I'm wondering if my consistently high heart rate, which usually ranges between 97 and 116, could be linked to my high triglycerides. Could high cholesterol be a reason for this elevated heart rate? I'm really curious and a bit worried about what might be going on with my heart health.

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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