Normal Cholesterol Levels: Fasting vs. Nonfasting Results

Normal cholesterol ranges vary by age and gender. Understand the differences between fasting and nonfasting tests and how to naturally raise good cholesterol.

Is a Count of 170 Considered High for Cholesterol?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Pia Grant

High cholesterol is associated with increased risk for heart disease, the number-one killer of women and men in the United States. Going to your doctor for a routine blood test will help you learn if you have high cholesterol.