How to determine the level of “bad” cholesterol without tests: advice from doctors — Health
Excess cholesterol in the body provokes the risk of stroke and heart attack, but it is not always possible to detect dangerous symptoms quickly.
A high level of “bad” cholesterol is usually not manifested by pain. However, it causes deterioration of blood flow and general work of the cardiovascular system, which is a direct threat to human health and life.
How to determine the level of “bad” cholesterol without tests: advice from doctors
Doctors prescribe a blood test – a lipidogram to determine the level of cholesterol. It must be done by those who belong to the risk group of atherosclerosis. But how to independently determine the increased level of bad cholesterol?
Experts at the British Heart Foundation (BHF) recommend looking at your fingers and the back of your hands. Xanthomas may appear on these areas of the hands -…
