How to Interpret Your Cholesterol Levels
A health checkup report lists several cholesterol-related values. Understanding what each number means can help you manage your cardiovascular risk.
High Cholesterol Guides
Understand cholesterol and triglyceride levels, dietary changes, exercise, and other essentials for managing high cholesterol.
About High Cholesterol
Cholesterol numbers are one part of a person’s overall cardiovascular risk. These evidence-based guides explain LDL, HDL, triglycerides, food choices, exercise, and questions to ask when reviewing results with a healthcare professional.
Topics covered
- Understanding LDL and HDL
- Cholesterol-lowering foods
- Exercise and triglycerides
- Cardiovascular risk
Dietary Strategies to Lower LDL (“Bad”) Cholesterol
To lower LDL cholesterol, limit saturated and trans fats and include more unsaturated fats and dietary fiber.
Exercise Guide for People With High Cholesterol
Regular exercise is an effective way to increase good cholesterol (HDL) and lower triglycerides.
The Best Foods for Lowering Cholesterol, According to Science
Learn which foods can support healthier cholesterol levels, realistic serving ideas, and why replacing saturated fat matters as much as adding fiber.