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Brainey

What is a good chlorestical level for healty living?.
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Bob_D

LDL should be less than 130.
HDL should be greater than 45.

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Bob_D

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The correct numbers are:
TC: 100 - 199
LDL: 45
Triglycerides: < 150

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Bob_D

If you have no risk factors for heart disease, I believe the guidelines for males 21 and over are:

Total cholesterol: 100 - 199
LDL: 45
Triglycerides: < 150

There are different guidelines if you have risk factors.
(Source: Cleveland Clinic Heart and Vascular Institute)

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