healthy ldl cholesterol ranges are less than 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl). an ldl of 100-129 mg/dl is near-optimal. your doctor can determine if medication is recommended to lower ldl values. here are some other ways to lower ldl: exercise more often. exercise can play a large role in decreasing triglyceride levels. experts recommend at least 30 minutes of exercise 5 times a week. lose weight. weight loss can be a result from exercise and diet changes. eating fewer calories can help you to lose weight. a diet that is high in fruits vegetables lean proteins and low-fat dairy products can help to decrease your caloric intake. choose healthy fats. eat less unhealthy fats (found in meats butter dairy products) and trans fats (found in processed foods and margarine). healthy fats are found in olive oil nuts and seeds. eating more of these foods are helpful at lower cholesterol. this is because of the omega-3 fatty acids (also found in tuna salmon and mackerel). for more information click on this link.
how serious is an ldl level of 112? need meds?