My LDL cholesterol is 185.5 mg/dL. How can I lower it naturally at home, and do I need medication?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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LDL above 160 needs lifestyle change, above 190 may need medicine. Eat oats, garlic, exercise daily. Recheck after 6to8 weeks. Do Lipid Profile regularly.

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Take a LFT (Liver Function) Test Test or Take a Lipid Profile Test Test

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Answered 17/09/2025

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