Normal levels of cholesterol can help maintain healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol in the body can cause high blood pressure which can lead to heart attack or stroke. Click here to learn more about high cholesterol’s risk factors and prevention.
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in the blood, normal levels of cholesterol helps maintain healthy cells. However, too much cholesterol can disrupt blood flow through the arteries and can lead to a heart attack or stroke. This is known as high cholesterol.
Symptoms
High cholesterol has no symptoms.
Diagnose
Blood test
Risk Factors
Poor diet
Obesity
Lack of Exercise
Alcohol
Smoking
Age
Prevention
Eating healthy - follow a low sodium diet, eat fruits and veggies and whole grains
Stay active at least 3 times a week for 30 minutes
Limit animal fat and eat healthy fats
Loose weight
Quit smoking
Drink alcohol in moderation
Manage Stress
Yearly Physical with Doctor
Treatment
Lifestyles changes such as exercising and eating help but if cholesterol levels remain high medication will be prescribed.
There are different types of medication, your doctor will look at various factors like age, health, and possible side effects.
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