Diabetes Risk – HDL Cholesterol - Popup |
Cholesterol is carried in fat-protein complexes (called lipoproteins) in the blood. High-density lipoproteins (HDL) help remove excess cholesterol from the body. Thus HDL cholesterol is protective and is called “good” cholesterol. HDL levels are often low if blood sugar is elevated. Average HDL cholesterol levels are 45 mg/dL for men and 55 mg/dL for women. The higher your HDL cholesterol level, the lower your risk of heart disease. HDL cholesterol of 60+ is ideal. A healthy weight, regular exercise, and avoiding trans-fats help keep HDL cholesterol levels in a healthy range. |
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| Written by: Don Hall, DrPH, CHES |
| Date Published: October 04,2007
Date Reviewed: October 04,2007 |
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