In addition smoking appears to lower your HDL levels. This recommendation also will depend on whether you have any other risk factors for coronary heart disease. If your doctor does prescribe medicines, you must also continue your cholesterol-lowering diet because the combination may allow you to take less medicine. Always try to lower your cholesterol levels with diet and other lifestyle changes before adding medication. Finally, an overview There are relatively simple measures you can take in your everyday life to reduce the threat posed by high cholesterol.
Many people find that lifestyle and diet changes can effectively reduce their cholesterol levels.
However if that alone is not enough your doctor may put you on a course of cholesterol lowering medication. Understanding your cholesterol levels and how they can impact your health is an important step in allowing you to be active in reducing your risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified health care provider. Please consult your health care provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.