I GOT MY CHOLESTEROL CHECKED TODAY?

Question

LDL:73

HDL:27

TC/HDL RATIO 3.7

today was first time getting it checked im 21 male and i actually ate a bowl of cereal and drank a coke 2 hours before the test and i had walked for a hour... i know the hdl is pretty low... and i have anxiety problems so now that i know i have low HDL level its freaking me out ever since i got it checked earlier today i have been freaking out thinking im going to die any second or my heart will stop or something... so am i fine??? and can i die anyday now or will it take up to like 20 years and up please help me im freaking out over here!!! and im not overweight and i walk a hour a day and i try to eat healthy but i have days where i eat junk food.... thanks for any info!!!

Answer 1

You're going to be fine. Eat more foods with good fat. Salmon, avacados, nuts (in small quantities), etc. are high in omega 3 fatty acids. This will raise your good cholesterol (HDL) and improve your ratio. Try to get more exercise.  Particularly, some aerobic type (running, swimming, etc.) where you get your heart rate up for at least 20 min.

Answer 2

Don't freak out. You're not going to die because of low HDL. Your test wasn't a  true indication of the levels, because you didn't fast before the test. Have a fasting blood test done and your doctor will  give you the best advice. Also take fish oil daily.