Cholesterol Levels: What The Numbers Mean
HDL, your "good" cholesterol, is made mostly of protein and a small amount of fat. It helps move cholesterol out of your body. To remember this, the "H" in "HDL" can stand for "higher." The higher your HDL, the better.
LDL, your "bad" cholesterol, is made mostly of fat and a small amount of protein. It can cause hardening of the arteries. To remember this, the first "L" in "LDL" can stand for "lower." The lower your LDL, the better.
Below you'll find what the numbers mean. Highlighted are the levels you should aim for to be at a lower risk of heart disease.
What Do My HDL (Good) Cholesterol Levels Mean?
| The Level | What It Means |
|---|---|
| 60 mg/dL and above | High HDL (lowest risk of heart disease) |
| 40 to 59 mg/dL | The higher, the better (lower risk of heart disease) |
| For men, less than 40 mg/dL | Low HDL (higher risk of heart disease) |
| For women, less than 50 mg/dL | Low HDL (higher risk of heart disease) |
What Do My LDL (Bad) Cholesterol Levels Mean?
| The Level | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Less than 70 mg/dL | Low LDL (optimal goal if you're at very high risk of a heart attack or death from heart attack) |
| Less than 100 mg/dL | Low LDL (optimal goal for people with heart disease or diabetes) |
| 100 to 129 mg/dL | Near or above optimal levels |
| 130 to 159 mg/dL | Borderline high LDL |
| 160 to 189 mg/dL | High LDL |
| 190 mg/dL and above | Very High LDL |
What Do My Total Cholesterol Levels Mean?
| The Level | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Less than 200 mg/dL | Desirable (lower risk) |
| 200 to 239 mg/dL | Borderline high (higher risk) |
| 240 mg/dL and above | High blood cholesterol (more than twice the risk of desirable level) |
What Do My Triglyceride Levels Mean?
As you get older and/or gain excess weight, your triglyceride levels tend to rise. Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in your body and are also a major energy source. Having high triglyceride levels may increase your risk of developing coronary artery disease. Very high triglycerides may even lead to pancreatitis.
| The Level | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Less than 150 mg/dL | Normal |
| 150 to 199 mg/dL | Borderline High |
| 200 to 499 mg/dL | High |
| 500 mg/dL and above | Very High |
This page written by Josh Goldstein, copied from website: Jefferson Hospital
Hi Sunday I think this forum is an excellent idea and I would love to pick your brain because I, for one, know how intelligent you are. Beyond the " she bops" Ira, I love to see the growth in my "old" friend. So to begin my question is in the construction business. 10 yrs ago, I was handed a computer and was asked by my husband to help him build his "dream" waterproofing business. So from the bottom up I have, through many trial , errors and no business education, built his business using Quickbooks and a very reliable Accountant. Its the fine tuning I really am struggling with as in building a website, mastering reading plans and estimating on line etc .... technology changes constantly and as soon as I figure one thing out, they already come up with a faster way of doing it. I work full time at MHRI during the day so I don't have a lot of time to research any more. What can you offer for advise? I know hiring someone in business management would be ideal. I don't know if there is anyone who works on commission who would get a percentage based upon getting the job, or who is affordable to a small business company. You look great by the way
ReplyDeleteChris Krueger
Hi Chrissy!!
ReplyDeleteHow great to hear from you & thank you :)
What you explain is a lot of work, indeed. I know your pain. I, too, had a husband who would hand me his ideas and I would make them happen. Good times.
Honestly, what I think you would benefit most from is an intern from an art program (web design) and/or a business student. Area colleges and even trade schools look for intern opportunities for their students. I would contact their business offices and ask! Both you and the interns would enjoy figuring out software applications and business plans and procedures to maximize your company's output and paperwork. I know some estimating software requires training classes to learn its proper use--depending how complicated a program you need.
Schools like Bryant College, RISD, PC, MTTI, Johnson & Wales, and New England Tech are great places to start!
Alternatively, there are professionals who will work on a contractual basis, doing what you need as you need it (web designers and business consultants).
I hope this helps; let me know how you make out,
~~*Sunday
thanks Sunday we have to get together soon
ReplyDelete