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What level of high cholesterol requires medication?
What level of high cholesterol requires medication?
What level of high cholesterol requires medication?
You will require medicines if you have already had a heart attack or stroke or have peripheral arterial disease. Your LDL cholesterol level is 190 mg/dL or higher. You are 40-75 years old and have diabetes and an LDL cholesterol level of 70 mg/dL or higher.
Last updated on 12 Apr 2023
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Is it healthy to have a cholesterol of 140?
Less than 200mg/dl is desirable so 140mg/dl is a good level.
Last updated on 12 Apr 2023
What meat can I eat with high cholesterol?
White meat such as fish, chicken are preferred to keep cholesterol levels in check.
Last updated on 12 Apr 2023
How do I maintain normal cholesterol levels?
By eating right and exercising everyday to ensure there no further build up of plaque.
Last updated on 12 Apr 2023
How do cholesterol levels rise?
Many different factors can contribute to high blood cholesterol, including lifestyle factors like smoking, an unhealthy diet and lack of exercise, as well as having an underlying condition, such as high blood pressure or diabetes.
Last updated on 12 Apr 2023
How bad is 220 cholesterol?
No, 220mg/dl is boderline high.
Last updated on 12 Apr 2023
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