Hdl level is at 42. ldl and triglycerides are normal/low. how can i increase it hdl? 26/f.

HDL of 42 is not bad: Hdl of 42 is not bad, particularly in the con- text of your entire lipid profile. Increasing HDL is not easy, but discontinua tion of cigarette smoking, weight reduction, and vigorous exercise can be of help.

Aerobic fitness: There's nothing that comes from a bottle or on a plate that will be even half as helpful as getting back into really intense aerobic exercise. Don't be surprised if this helps your inner life as well. Best wishes.