VLDL CHLOESTELOL is bad for the body
A desirable cholesterol level is below 200 milligrams, if you are above 240 milligrams then you have a high level of cholesterol. It's important to keep your cholesterol at a healthy level, especially if you have other risk factors for developing heart disease. For more information on cholesterol levels click on this link http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cholesterol-levels/CL00001
You should start regular cholesterol level testing as soon as possible. This is especially important when you are in your late 20's.
It is important to note that you should not determine your cholesterol levels just by your total cholesterol level. This needs to be further broken down into LDL, HDL , and triglycerides in order to give you some insight into the types of cholesterol that are in your blood.
WHAT IS THE NORMAL CHOLESTEROL LEVEL?
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They have an extremely low blood cholesterol level.
Not really sure, but my level and 3 siblings have had cholesterol readings of 13.5, therefore classified as familial cholesterol.
HDL is considered your "good" cholesterol. To stay in a healthy range, you want to stay anywhere under 200 mg. When you rise above the 200 mark you are going towards bad cholesterol which can help lead to heart disease.
Dietary cholesterol
Everyone should know what their cholesterol level is. If you are unsure of your current cholesterol level, you can visit your family physician to get tested.
You should try to maintain a total cholesterol level of below 5.2 and a LDL cholesterol level of below 2.6. To help you lower your cholesterol level, you should eat more whole grains and vegetables, and less red meat, especially fatty meats.
Obviously there is no desirable (bad) cholesterol level.