Horace: In the midst of hopes and cares, of apprehensions and of disquietude, regard every day that dawns upon you as if it was to be your last then super-added hours, to the enjoyment of which you had not looked forward, will prove an acceptable boon.
High cholesterol, also called hypercholesteremia, puts men at greater risk for heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease. For many men, the risk from high cholesterol starts in their 20s and increases with age. High cholesterol tends to run in families, so obviously genes play a role.
HDL is also called âgood cholesterolâ and helps protect you from heart disease. This type removes excess cholesterol, preventing buildup. The higher your HDL levels are, the better. 1  Acceptable: 40 mg/dL or higher for men and 50 mg/dL or higher for women.  Low: 39 mg/dL or lower.