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My cholesterol total is 272 cholesterol LDL is 191 is that high please?
An LDL of 191 is in the somewhat high risk region, and the combined cholesterol total is also in the at higher risk region.
How are lipid panels and high cholesterol testing connected?
Both lipid panels and high cholesterol testing are looking for the same thing- they look for high amounts of lipids and cholesterol in the bloodstream. The higher the number, the higher risk for heart disease.
Is cheese a high risk?
If you have a cholesterol problem yes, it can be high risk. Fontina, Cream Cheese, Gouda and Gruyere are known to be very high in cholesterol.
Is margarine a high risk food?
It is high in cholesterol
Do Men have more heart attacks than women?
Your total cholesterol level should be below 200 mg/dL.1 Younger women tend to have lower cholesterol than younger men; cholesterol levels increase in men and women as they get older. After menopause, cholesterol levels rise an additional 10 to 20 mg/dL in women; beginning at age 45, a higher percentage of women than men have high cholesterol.2, 3 Having high total cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease. A 40-year-old women with high total cholesterol is twice as likely to develop heart disease than a woman of the same age with a level below 200 mg/dL.4The results of your cholesterol test will be compared with guidelines from the National Cholesterol Education Program of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health.1 Cholesterol and triglycerides are measured in milligrams per deciliter of blood (mg/dL). A deciliter is one-tenth of a liter.
Which statement is not true?
The body does not make enough cholesterol.
What exactly is HDL cholesterol?
HDL stands for high density lipoprotein and is a necessary part of everyone's diet. The higher your HDL number, the lower your overall chance of developing heart disease. The key is to keep your total cholesterol low while ensuring that your HDL is higher than your LDL.
What are the benefits to exercise?
Less likely to be affected by high blood pressureLower risk of diabetesLower risk of arthritisLess likely to be overweight (exercise uses energy so less fat will be stored)Lower risk of heart diseaseDevelop a higher muscle-to-fat ratio and therefore will have a higher BMRExercise lowers your blood cholesterol and balances the different types of cholesterol
Are low cholesterol levels and high cholesterol levels as bad as each other?
Both low and high cholesterol levels can be harmful to one's health. Low cholesterol levels can increase the risk of certain health conditions such as hemorrhagic stroke, while high cholesterol levels can increase the risk of conditions like heart disease and stroke. It is important to maintain a balance and follow a healthy lifestyle to keep cholesterol levels in check.
What age and gender groups are at increased risk for chd?
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is more prevalent in older adults, particularly those aged 45 and older for men and 55 and older for women, largely due to the effects of aging and the accumulation of risk factors over time. Men generally face a higher risk of CHD at younger ages compared to women, but the risk for women increases significantly after menopause. Additionally, both genders with a family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes are at an elevated risk.
What does HDL Cholesterol mean?
HDL Cholesterol stands for "High-density Lipoproteins", which is the `good' cholesterol. A high level of HDL cholesterol in the blood is thought to lower the risk of coronary artery disease.
What is a normal chlorestaral for men and women?
Normal total cholesterol levels for adults typically range from 125 to 200 mg/dL. For men and women, LDL ("bad" cholesterol) should ideally be less than 100 mg/dL, while HDL ("good" cholesterol) levels should be 40 mg/dL or higher for men and 50 mg/dL or higher for women. Elevated cholesterol levels can increase the risk of heart disease, so regular monitoring is important for maintaining cardiovascular health.
