I s all cholesterol bad?

Your body needs cholesterol to help produce hormones in your body.   There’s 2 types of cholesterol HDL or (good) cholesterol and LDL or (bad) cholesterol.   Good cholesterol actuall helps remove cholesterol from your blood.  A good measure of hdl is 60mg/l+.   Bad cholesterol builds up in arteries leading to heart disease a good measure of this is less then 100mg/dl. 

How do I lower cholesterol?

With a healthy low fat diet low in saturated fats less then 7% of kj intake.  Also reduce trans fats (hydrogenated oils) found in packaged products (less 200 milligrams).  Aim to consume fish in your diet or take a salmon oil supplement.  Exercise every day perform weight training 2 x per/week and aim to walk at least 4 times at a brisk pace don’t stroll (shouldn’t be able to hold a long winded conversation).  If after this your cholesterol levels do not come down your doctor may propose mediactions.  
 

Should I get tested?

Everyone should get a cholesterol test at least every five years, starting in their 20s. It’s a simple blood test.