So those numbers the doctor gave you. What exactly do they mean? What is the relationship between your HDL and LDL and why is it important to use the two to determine your cardiac risk? And what types of Cholesterol is she talking about? [Read more...]
Information About Cholesterol-lowering Medicine
Lowering your “bad” cholesterol (also called LDL, or low-density lipoprotein) can reduce your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. A number of lifestyle changes can help you improve your cholesterol level. However, if these lifestyle changes don’t help after about 6 months to 1 year, your doctor may suggest medicine to lower your high cholesterol. [Read more...]
Does High Cholesterol Got You Down?
Does your high cholesterol have you feeling down? Get your high cholesterol down instead. Cholesterol often can be lowered without the use of medication. There are lifestyle changes that you can make in order to reduce high cholesterol. However, there may be times when you need medical intervention in order to return your cholesterol to safe levels. [Read more...]