Cholesterol

[Yppej]

I wish my blood pressure were a little higher so I wouldn't feel dizzy when I stand up suddenly.

[catherine]

My numbers:

Total: 211
HDL: 78
LDL 115
LDL/HDL Ratio: 1.47
Cholesterol/HDL Ratio: 2.7

I'm 65, take no meds.
I eat everything in moderation. I'm not on any special dietary bandwagon, although I eat very little meat.
Thank you, Puritan ancestors, for the good Yankee stock genes.

[SteveinMN]

I wish my blood pressure were a little higher so I wouldn't feel dizzy when I stand up suddenly.

I have (controlled) high blood pressure and I often feel dizzy when I stand up (or bend down and then back up again) quickly. My doctor (welll, PA) says it's a matter of hydraulics related to age. "Just get up more slowly." Can't fault her for the Occam's Razor approach....