I Am A 33 Year Old Female. My Ldl Is 108. My Hdl Is 92. My Triglycerides Are 45, Making My Total Cholesterol 209. Is This A Concerning Number?
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Originally asked by Community Member Jesse
I Am A 33 Year Old Female. My Ldl Is 108. My Hdl Is 92. My Triglycerides Are 45, Making My Total Cholesterol 209. Is This A Concerning Number?
Answer
Hi Jesse,
Here are the recommendations of the American Heart Association:
Total cholesterol less than 200
HDL cholesterol at least > 40, ideally > 60
LDL cholesterol at least less than 130, ideally less than 100
Triglycerides less than 150
Here’s a link to information you may want to review:
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
How to Lower Cholesterol in 8 Simple Steps
You should know Answers to your question are meant to provide general health information but should not replace medical advice you receive from a doctor. No answers should be viewed as a diagnosis or recommended treatment for a condition.
Answered by: Lisa Nelson, RD, LN