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Is my cholesterol too high at 203? hdl is 68 and ldl is 120... triglycerides at 74.

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See below: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Having said that, your lab results are not a cause for concern. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex.

Answered 11/14/2016

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Prefer under 100: Prefer LDL under 100. Exercise more, eat mostly vegetables, fruits, salads, nuts, olive oil, sea food. Lose weight unless you are already slim. If you have risk factors you should take a statin. These include family history, diabetes, high BP, obesity, PCOS, psoriasis, smoking, etc.

Answered 11/13/2016

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