People older than 20 should have their cholesterol levels checked at least once every four to six years. This is done with a simple blood test known as a fasting lipid profile. It measures the different forms of cholesterol that are circulating in the blood after you avoid eating for nine to 12 hours. The results show your levels of"bad" cholesterol,"good" cholesterol, and triglycerides.
Guidelines for cholesterol have changed over time. The most important factor is not necessarily measured by a number but your overall risk for heart disease and/or stroke.
It's not the cholesterol, triglycerides is the culprit!
great article on cholesterol very factual. Tricky bit about cholesterol ii has no symptoms it becomes evident by blood tests. High blood cholesterol raises risk of heart disease the leading cause of death, stroke the 5th leading cause of death. GET TESTED FOR CHOLESTEROL
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Global mass and/or selective testing should be initiated for hypercholesterolemia given its 'modifiability'.
Additionally, you should maintain a healthy diet and stay away from alcohol to keep your liver healthy since it acts as a filter in the body.