This chart shows the most popular skills for this job and what effect each skill has on pay. This chart shows the most popular skills for this job and what effect each skill has on pay. Survey takers working as Nurse Practitioners report using a large range of professional skills.
With HDL cholesterol, higher levels are better. Low HDL cholesterol puts you at higher risk for heart disease. People with high blood triglycerides usually also have lower HDL cholesterol. Genetic factors, type 2 diabetes, smoking, being overweight and being sedentary can all result in lower HDL cholesterol.
What Can I Do if my HDL Cholesterol Level Is Low? If your HDL is low, you can take several steps to boost your HDL level and reduce your heart disease risk: Exercise. Aerobic exercise for 30 to 60 minutes on most days of the week can help pump up HDL. Quit smoking. Tobacco smoke lowers HDL, and quitting can increase HDL levels. Keep a healthy weight.