Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is found in all cells of the body. Your body needs some cholesterol to make hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help you digest foods. There are two types:
When you get your cholesterol tested, the doctor will measure your:
Healthy cholesterol levels are important to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. As per the American Heart Association, optimal cholesterol levels are:
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High cholesterol usually doesn't have any symptoms. The only way to know if your cholesterol levels are optimal is to get regular blood tests.
Factors that can influence cholesterol levels include:
To lower cholesterol levels naturally, focus on exercising more, quitting smoking, reducing stress, and eating a diet centered around fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, lentils, nuts, seeds, lean proteins like chicken and fish.
If lifestyle changes alone don't bring your numbers into the healthy range, cholesterol-lowering medications may be recommended.
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