How are you doing?

Did you know that you should get your cholesterol levels checked at
20?

Today, I am going to tell you some important things about
cholesterol which every one should know.

1. The first cholesterol check up should be done in the twenties.
You should not wait to cross 30s for routine check ups. Knowing
your signs helps you to manage life better.

2. Adults are not the only ones who should worry about
cholesterols. Data says even kids and the elderly can develop high
cholesterol. Obesity, sedentary life and unhealthy eating habits
are a risk in children.

3. You need not have a family history to do regular cholesterol
check ups.

4. The ideal figures of total cholesterol are below 200 mg/dL.
But, you need to keep an eye open for low HDL (good fats), high LDL
and triglycerides.

5. If you have normal results, you have to get yourself screened
every five years.

6. Cholesterol levels don't have anything to do with being skinny.
It is the lifestyle that triggers cholesterol.

7. Replace all harmful fats with fish, nuts, olive oil and other
unsaturated fats.

8. "No cholesterol" written on a food packet does not mean it is
healthy. It still contains fats and calories.

9. Sugary foods are bad and they play havoc on your triglycerides.

10. Smokers are at a higher risk of blood clots and heart diseases.
Smoking has a bad effect on cholesterol.

11. Medication, diet control and exercise should be the combination
treatment for cholesterol.

12. One last reminder, you need not have any symptoms if you have
high cholesterol.