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Heart diseases remain the leading cause of death and ill health in most of the modern world. High levels of cholesterol are responsible for this fact. High cholesterol levels cause the cholesterol to accumulate in the walls of arteries making them narrower and inhibiting blood flow to organs like the heart and brain.

Over time, the blockage grows, so much so that enough amount of oxygen does not reach the heart or other vital organs. The ultimate consequence is a heart attack or stroke. Reducing cholesterol in the blood is, therefore, the primary concern of any health-conscious person.

Standard Cholesterol Levels in Blood

The ideal level of total cholesterol in blood is under 200 mg/dL. Optimum concentration range of high density lipoprotein (HDL) is 60 t0 90 mg/dL, though it is ok for an HDL level to be at least over 40 mg/dL. Low density lipoprotein and triglycerides should each be less than 100 mg/dL. People with blood levels of cholesterol higher than these should seriously think about reducing cholesterol by dieting, exercise, medication, or a combination of these.

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