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Cholesterol doesn’t just attack the “elderly”, this disease can affect anyone, even children. Therefore, doctors recommend that people over the age of 20 regularly check their cholesterol levels.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that nearly 94 million adults in the United States (US) have high cholesterol. Cholesterol triggers a person’s risk of stroke or cardiovascular disease.
Cholesterol is divided into two types. There are low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL).
LDL cholesterol is known as the “bad” cholesterol that resides in the bloodstream. LDL can build up in blood vessels, forming fatty deposits called plaque. This plaque can cause other problems, including heart attacks and strokes.
Total and LDL cholesterol levels should be low. But having more HDL, or “good” cholesterol in your blood, can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.
Doctors can measure HDL, LDL, and total cholesterol levels. The results can also show levels of all non-HDL fats that can increase heart disease risk.
Correct cholesterol levels for adults
Quoted from Health lineAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the ideal cholesterol level is:
- LDL: less than 100 mg/dL
- HDL: 40 mg/dL or higher
- Triglycerides: less than 150 mg/dL
- Total cholesterol: less than 200 mg/dL
LDL is considered high if it is between 130 and 159 mg/dL and very high above 160 mg/dL. While HDL is considered bad if it is less than 40 mg/dL.
While the high limit for cholesterol ranges from 200-239 mg/dL and is considered very high if it is above 240 mg/dL. To find out your cholesterol levels you can do a blood test.
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