cholesterol
12 questions · 1 article · 1 poll tagged “cholesterol”
Questions
What does a lipid profile include?
My prescription says lipid profile. Which cholesterol and fat tests are usually included?
Do I need fasting for a cholesterol test?
Is fasting necessary before a lipid profile?
What does high LDL cholesterol mean?
My LDL cholesterol is above the reference range. Why is LDL important?
What does low HDL cholesterol mean?
My HDL is low. Is that enough to diagnose heart disease?
What does a high triglyceride level mean?
My triglycerides are elevated. What can cause this result?
What is a lipid ratio on a report?
My report lists cholesterol ratios. Are they the same as LDL?
Are eggs bad for cholesterol?
I eat two eggs most mornings. Is that pushing my cholesterol up?
What foods help lower cholesterol?
My LDL is 140. What dietary changes actually move that number?
What's the difference between good and bad cholesterol?
My report shows HDL 42 and LDL 132. What do these actually mean?
At what age should I start checking my cholesterol?
I am 26 and have never had a lipid profile. When should I start?
Are statins safe?
My father was prescribed a statin and stopped because of leg pain. Are statins risky?
What is a healthy cholesterol level?
What should my cholesterol numbers be if I have diabetes?