Did you know…
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for stroke and heart disease- the two leading causes of death in the U.S.
Test Your Knowledge
You need to have your cholesterol checked more often if…
a.) Your total cholesterol is 200 mg/dL or higher.
b.) You are a man older than age 45 or a woman older than age 50.
c.) Your HDL cholesterol is lower than 40 mg/dL.
d.) All of the above
Answer: If you’ve answered “D” (All of the above) you are correct!!
You can lower your risk factors by getting your cholesterol checked regularly.
Other ways to help keep cholesterol in check include:
- Ensuring a healthy diet- low in saturated/trans fats and high in fiber
- Engaging in regular physical activity
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- If you smoke, consider quitting as soon as possible
For more information on cholesterol awareness, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at http://www.cdc.gov/features/cholesterolawareness/.
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