Cholesterol level

[Goldy011983]

104/29.5  LDL/HDL ratio is fine  or I need to take some medicine

[erijon]

That is not correct, exercise increases HDL.

[Goldy011983]

Hi Jon,

Thanks. But then I read somewhere that exercise reduces total cholesterol including HDL.

[erijon]

Your LDL is fine, however you have a very low HDL (good cholesterol) that should be dealt with as it should be over 50 for a woman, 40 for a man. There are many options to raise HDL, Niacin being one of the best. In addition, HDL responds very quickly to exercise, a minimum of 30 mins most days of the week of a good aerobic work out, trying to keep your heart rate at 70% plus of your maximum heart rate. Having said that, you should always get your doctor's approval before starting any supplement or exercise program.

Jon