In a recent health check up I have LDL cholesterol 74 mg/dl, TRIGLYCERIDES 306 mg/dl and VLDL cholesterol is 61.14 mg/ dl. What are these values say. Is anything abnormal or any serious risks. What should I do?
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Total cholesterol levels less than 200 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) are considered desirable for adults. A reading between 200 and 239 mg/dL is considered borderline high and a reading of 240 mg/dL and above is considered high. LDL cholesterol levels should be less than 100 mg/dL The National Cholesterol Education Program sets guidelines for triglyceride levels: Normal levels: Less than 150 milligrams per deciliter. Borderline high:150 to 199. High: 200 to 499. VLDL contains the highest amount of triglycerides. VLDL is considered a type of bad cholesterol, because it helps cholesterol build up on the walls of arteries. Normal VLDL levels are from 2 to 30 mg/dL (0.1 to 1.7 mmol/l) AS it is clear form the detailed explanation given , you can see that your cholesterol level is not good or satisfactory in general VLDL cholesterol is a type of blood fat. It's considered one of the "bad" forms of cholesterol, along with LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. This is because high levels cholesterol can clog your arteries and lead to a heart attack.s And you understand that You need to follow these Lifestyle Tips Limit your intake of foods full of saturated fats, trans fats, and dietary cholesterol. ... Eat a lot more fiber-rich foods (especially soluble fiber from foods like beans, oats, barley, fruits, and vegetables).
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