The ideal activity is one that is enjoyable so that it is easy to continue it long term. Good choices are walking, jogging, cycling or swimming. There are various lipid-lowering drugs available for use. These include fibrates and statins. The doctor makes choice of the drug used after considering various factors.
Treatment is usually long term.
Genetic inheritance cannot be changed. But its effects can be modified with treatment. Family members of an individual with hypercholesterolaemia should get their blood fat level tested. The sooner the problem is identified the sooner it can be dealt with and the associated health risks identified. References Ong A, Nikki E et al.