If your cholesterol levels are above or below the recommended levels your doctor will advise you to start with a healthy eating plan and exercise. If this does not bring your cholesterol down, he may start you on medication to treat your cholesterol.
Test | Ideal Value | |
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Total Cholesterol | Less than 5.2mmol/l | |
LDL Cholesterol
This is a better predictor of heart attacks than total cholesterol |
Less than 3.5mmol/l | If you have diabetes and have a history of heart disease the ideal LDL level is between 1.5mmol/l – 2.5mmol/l |
HDL Cholesterol |
Men: greater than 1.1mmol/l |
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Triglycerides | Less than 2.0mmol/l | Overweight and obesity, poorly controlled diabetes, excessive alcohol intake can raise your triglyceride levels. |