Question 1

what does someone's cholesterol level mean?

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Risk factor: Elevated cholesterol is one of several modifiable risk factors for arteriosclerosis (others: smoking, blood pressure, activity). Some levels of cholesterol are associated with low risk, others, high - thus it's measured with a simple blood test.

Question 2

what exactly does your cholesterol level mean?

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Cholesterol level: Your total cholesterol measures the amount of cholesterol  or fat in your blood.  This gives your doctors an idea of your risk for heart attacks, or stroke or vascular disease.  Usually the total cholesterol is broken down into different types of fat--triglycerides, high density lipoproteins and low density lipoproteins.  The amount of these provides even more information about your risk.

Question 3

can you suggest a means to get my good cholesterol level to come up?

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2 options: Jerusalem artichokes and dandelion root tea contain inulin. They help to increase good (HDL) cholesterol & to lower total cholesterol levels.

Question 4

what does a tsh level of 11.760 and a cholesterol level of 210 mean in ateenager?

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Too high: It could mean hyperthyroidism and the cholesterol could be elevated due to that. The teenager needs a full evaluation by the pediatrician because depending on the family history and clinical findings this is serious and needs to be treated

Question 5

i'm 92 kg , 6'2" tall have cholesterol level of 300+. what exercises would be good?

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Low impact : Start with low impact exercise such as swimming, biking, elliptical use.  Walking is ok. Add weight lifting/resistance using proper body mechanics.

Question 6

total cholesterol level 6.8 alarming?

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6.8 mmol/L  ??: Total Cholesterol :   &lt;5.2 mmol/l) = ok.    5.2-6.2 mmol/l - borderline high.  &gt; 6.3 mmol/l) = not good.  The following is a great reference / article from Mayo Clinic to help you better understand your level.  REF:  http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cholesterol-test/details/results/rsc-20169555

Question 7

what is my cholesterol level?

Accepted Answer

Do a blood test: May be your doctor has it on file check with 
your physician . If not done in past please do a test.

Question 8

what is a normal cholesterol level?

Accepted Answer

About 200 mg/dL: Cholesterol level is only one of the issues in determining risk of heat disease. Please consult this site for more info.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cholesterol-levels/cl00001.

Question 9

my cholesterol level is 5.3  is it ok?

Accepted Answer

Likely ok: Your cholesterol level is just above the normal limit. You need to test all of your lipids, including HDL and triglycerides for proper evaluation.

Question 10

how do i control my cholesterol level?

Accepted Answer

Cholesterol control: Diet and exercise are important. A prescription of statins from your doctor can also help.

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