Know Your Numbers
During a heart check up, your doctor takes a careful look at your "numbers," including your cholesterol and triglyceride levels, your blood pressure and more.
Knowing your numbers can keep you heart-healthy. It can help you and your doctor know your risks and mark the progress you're making
toward a healthier you.
The first step to a healthy heart is learning the simple things you can do every day.
Try this number first: Exercise at least 30 minutes most days, if not all days of the week.
Keep this reminder of the numbers and what they mean close by:
| Factor | Goal |
| Total Cholesterol | Less than 200 mg/dL |
| [LDL ("Bad'') Cholesterol |
Less than 100 mg/dL (Optimal) 100-129 mg/dL (near optimal) 130-159 mg/dL (borderline high) 160-189 mg/dL (high) 190 mg/dL (very high) |
| HDL ("Good'') Cholesterol | 50 mg/dL or higher |
| Triglycerides | Less than 150 mg/dL |
| Blood Pressure | Less than 120/80 mmHg |
| Fasting Glucose | Less than 100 mg/dL |
| Body Mass Index (BMI) | Less than <25 Kg/m2 |
| Waist Circumference | Less than 35 inches |
Source: Go Red for Women
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