What should my goal HDL or “good” cholesterol be?
By jmaroneyct@gmail.com • May 1, 2018 • Comments Off on What should my goal HDL or “good” cholesterol be?
Dear Dr. Jen, What should my goal HDL or “good” cholesterol be? Answer: The higher, the better! For men, the HDL cholesterol should be 40 or higher. For women, the HDL cholesterol should be 50 or higher. HDL cholesterol helps remove bad cholesterol, so healthy amounts of HDL cholesterol is good for the heart. On […]
What can I do to improve my HDL “good” cholesterol?
By jmaroneyct@gmail.com • • Comments Off on What can I do to improve my HDL “good” cholesterol?
Dear Dr. Jen, What can I do to improve my HDL “good” cholesterol? Answer: Eat more foods rich in HDL cholesterol, such as certain nuts, fish, and seeds. I’ve included a picture here, detailing more foods that help increase HDL cholesterol. Also, exercising regularly and losing weight can help improve your HDL level. Omega-3 supplements […]