Cholesterol levels

What are cholesterol levels?

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is found in all of the cells in our body. There are two main types of cholesterol:

• LDL cholesterol - the "bad" cholesterol that can build up in the walls of blood vessels. Higher levels of LDL cholesterol raise your risk for heart disease and stroke.


• HDL cholesterol - the "good" cholesterol that helps remove LDL cholesterol from your blood vessels. Higher levels of HDL lower your risk for heart disease and stroke.

When cholesterol levels are out of balance, it raises your risk for dangerous health conditions like heart disease, the 1 cause of death globally. Thankfully, by understanding your cholesterol numbers and making lifestyle changes, you can bring your levels back into a healthy range.

The standard cholesterol test measures your:

• Total cholesterol


• LDL cholesterol


• HDL cholesterol


• Triglycerides (another fat in your blood)

Healthy cholesterol levels differ somewhat between adults and children. For adults, healthy readings are:

• Total cholesterol: less than 200 mg/dL


• LDL cholesterol: less than 100 mg/dL


• HDL cholesterol: 60 mg/dL or higher


• Triglycerides: less than 150 mg/dL

If your cholesterol is borderline or high, request a test for LDL particles from your doctor. These advanced lipid tests give a better idea of your heart disease risk than standard tests.

To lower high cholesterol, try exercise, stress reduction, a diet low in saturated fats, omega-3s, and soluble fiber. If levels remain high, medication may be needed. The experts at Hormone Revive can run advanced lipid panels and provide customized treatment plans involving both lifestyle changes and cholesterol medications when appropriate. Contact us today to take control of your heart health!

Here are some key things to remember about cholesterol:

• High LDL cholesterol raises heart disease risk


• Low HDL cholesterol raises heart disease risk


• Lifestyle changes and medication can help regulate levels


• Get advanced lipid testing from your doctor for better risk assessment


• Consult medical professionals like those at Hormone Revive if you need help improving your cholesterol numbers

Controlling cholesterol levels is key for protecting long-term health. Don't ignore high numbers - get tested regularly and take action to bring your cholesterol into a healthy range if needed. Small changes can make a big difference in lowering your risk of serious health issues down the road!