I have received my blood report, and the following observations were made: Total Cholesterol: 219 mg/dL Triglycerides: 187 mg/dL HDL Cholesterol: 33 mg/dL LDL Cholesterol: 147 mg/dL VLDL Cholesterol: 37.40 mg/dL Could you please help me understand these results and advise what steps I should take to manage my cholesterol levels?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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LDL and TG are high, HDL is low, this increases heart risk. Adopt low fat diet, daily exercise, avoid smoking. If lifestyle fails, doctor may prescribe statins.

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