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How Do I Lower My Cholesterol? Common Ways to Know

Signs to look out for if you have high cholesterol

High cholesterol level is not usually accompanied by any symptoms. This is why most people don’t know they have high levels until it gets critical. High cholesterol can only be detected through a blood test.

In some cases, high cholesterol level may occur due to a genetic condition known as familial hypercholesterolaemia [1]. According to research, 1 in 500 adults in Australia have the condition and don’t know they have it. It would help to speak with your healthcare provider if you have a family history of high cholesterol or of heart disease.

Do you want to reduce your cholesterol level? Do you want to maintain a healthy cholesterol level? Here are 9 common effective ways of reducing cholesterol levels.

Learn your family history

You’re more susceptible to high cholesterol levels if you have a family history of heart disease and high cholesterol. You can speak with your parents or other relatives to know if anyone in your family has developed high high cholesterol. It is also important to know if the following conditions run in your family:

  • Metabolic syndrome [2]
  • Diabetes [3]
  • Atherosclerosis [4]
  • Obesity [5]

Contact your healthcare provider if you have a family history of any of these diseases.