Questions to Ask Your Doctor About your Cholesterol Test Results

What do my cholesterol levels mean?
What are my cholesterol targets?
How often should I have my cholesterol levels tested?
What do I have to do to reach my cholesterol targets?
How does exercise affect my cholesterol levels?
How much physical activity do I need each week?
How does my diet affect my cholesterol levels?
What foods should I eat, limit and/or avoid?
Do I need to lose weight?
If so, how much should I lose?
How does smoking affect my cholesterol levels?
How does alcohol affect my cholesterol levels?
Can I be referred to a dietitian for dietary counseling?