How Do You Increase Good HDL Cholesterol?
Most of us know that high cholesterol is bad for our health and can lead to many medical complications including high blood pressure, stroke, heart attack and even sudden cardiac death! However, what is sometimes confusing to understand is that there is one component of cholesterol, the High Density Lipoprotein (HDL), in which a higher level is actually better for your health and can help protect your heart. This article is going to focus on HDL, what it is and how it can actually help make you a healthier person! Know your recent FASTING cholesterol levels. Anytime your health care provider measures your cholesterol levels (sometimes called lipids) make certain that the test is being done in a “fasting” state. Fasting usually means no eating or drinking for at least 10 to 12 hours prior to the exam. Many clinicians allow simple non-flavored water to be consumed, but nothing else. It is also good idea to bring a snack with you to eat right after you have your test done, since you may b
