True Health Resource Guide - Maine Coast Memorial Hospital

Health NumbersYou Should Know:CholesterolCholesterol is a fat-like substance that can clog arteries, leading to heartdisease. Cholesterol Tests check the total level of blood cholesterol, LDL,HDL, and triglycerides. Cholesterol comes both from the food you eatand is also produced naturally by the body.Less than200mg/dLDesireableLess than 100 mg/dLOptimal200-239mg/dL240mg/dL or higher HighBorderline High100-129 mg/dL Near/Above Optimal130-159 mg/dL Borderline High160-189 mg/dL HighLess than150mg/dL150-199mg/dL200-499mg/dL500mg/dL or overNormalBorderline HighHighVery High190 mg/dL or higher Very HighLess than 40 mg/dL for men and 50 mg/dL forwomen increases the risk for heart disease. AnHDL level of 60 mg/dL or more helpd lower yourrisk of heart disease.18