Tips On Lowering Cholesterol

I’m submitting a series of cholesterol-fighting tips.
I hope these little tips will help you and those who follow you.  Enjoy!

Here are a few, quick definitions:

HDL

·    HDL’s, or High Density Lipoproteins, are what’s known as “good cholesterol.” A HDL attaches itself to cholesterol and escorts it through your liver and out your body.

LDL

·    LDL’s, or Low Density Lipoproteins, are the “bad cholesterol” that we don’t want in our bodies. It’s the LDL’s that clog our arteries and can cause heart disease.

Finding a good balance between HDL’s and LDL’s is very important.
Here’s what they should be:

·    HDL Desirable:  Above 45
·    HDL Borderline:  35-45
·    HDL Undesirable:  Below 35

·    LDL Desirable:  Below 130
·    LDL Borderline:  130-160
·    LDL Undesirable:  Above 160

(More tips to follow in future posts!)

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