Cholesterol Management Guidelines

Cholesterol management guidelines help determine how to lower your risk of heart disease. They consider your overall risk factors—like age, blood pressure, smoking, and diabetes—and your cholesterol levels. The goal is to keep "bad" LDL cholesterol low and "good" HDL cholesterol high. If your risk is high, lifestyle changes and medications may be recommended. Regular check-ups and blood tests help monitor progress, guiding personalized treatment plans to reduce the likelihood of heart attacks and strokes. The focus is on both prevention and maintaining healthy cholesterol levels through a combination of healthy habits and, when needed, medication.