I recently had a lipid profile test, and the results are: HDL: 38 mg/dL LDL: 120 mg/dL Triglycerides: 169 mg/dL Non HDL: 153 mg/dL Are these results okay? What can I do to increase HDL and lower LDL? Please guide me.

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Dr Yusuf Mohammad

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HDL is low and LDL borderline high. Increase exercise, use olive oil, avoid fried food. Eat nuts, oats, and flaxseed to improve HDL.

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Answered 09/09/2025

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