what is normal cholesterol for a 57 yr old active female?
Total cholesterol: Less than 200 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter)
LDL (bad) cholesterol: Less than 100 mg/dL
HDL (good) cholesterol: 60 mg/dL or higher
Triglycerides: Less than 150 mg/dL
These recommendations are the same for both men and women. However, women over the age of 50 may have slightly higher LDL cholesterol levels due to the decrease in estrogen production that occurs with menopause.
It is important to note that these are general recommendations and your doctor may recommend different target levels based on your individual risk factors. For example, if you have a family history of heart disease or other risk factors, your doctor may recommend lower cholesterol levels.
Talk to your doctor to find out what cholesterol levels are right for you.