LDL-C should ideally be kept below 70 mg/dl.
The greater the reduction in heart attacks later in life, the sooner you reach this threshold.
Heart attacks can be avoided with a balanced diet and frequent exercise starting in early life.
For all individuals 20 years of age or younger with a family history of heart disease or excessive cholesterol, the LAI advises a lipid profile, including LP(a).
During childhood and adolescence, identify and treat heart disease risk factors that are modifiable and preventable, such as obesity, prediabetes, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and hypertension. Steer clear of tobacco in all its forms—chewing, smoking, vaping, and hookah.
A typical diet should consist of a good amount of fruits, vegetables, and moderate fats. Steer clear of junk food. It’s crucial to routinely practise yoga, meditate to decompress, and get at least 6-7 hours of sleep per night.
Routine lipid profile analysis does not need fasting. Never reuse old oil because trans fats are highly dangerous. Drinks, soda, processed foods, and edibles with added sugar have to be steered clear of as much as possible.
As soon as diabetes is identified in a patient, lipid abnormalities should be treated.
LDL-C values should be obtained for diabetes patients in accordance with LAI guidelines.
The ideal level should be at least 70 mg/dl.
According to LAI guidelines, a patient with heart disease should have LDL-C values. It should ideally not be higher than 50 mg/dl.
Heart attacks can be avoided by taking blood cholesterol-lowering medications, which are both safe and effective in lowering LDL-C levels.