Cholesterol Testing Schedule: By Age & Risk Level

Cholesterol Testing Schedule: By Age & Risk Level

Age Group Risk Level Recommended Testing Frequency 20–39 years Low risk (no major risk factors) Every 5 years Moderate/high risk (family history, diabetes, etc.) Every 1–3 years Known heart disease or very high cholesterol At least annually Men 40–64 years Low risk Every 5 years Moderate/high risk (smoking, hypertension, etc.) Every 1–3 years Known heart…

Checking Levels

When Should You Check Your Cholesterol? Know Your Risk. If you’re a man age 35 or older or a woman age 45 or older, it’s time to start having your cholesterol checked regularly. Why? Because cholesterol levels—and the plaque they can create—often creep up silently, long before symptoms appear. Depending on your numbers and your…

Arteriosclerosis

Arteriosclerosis

Arteriosclerosis is a broad term that refers to the stiffening, thickening, or loss of elasticity in arterial walls. Think of it like the difference between a flexible garden hose and one that’s been left out in the sun for too long—it becomes rigid, less responsive, and prone to cracking.

End of The Day Relaxation

End of the Day

Stress doesn’t just live in the mind; it nests in the body. Emotions like anxiety, anger, or lingering frustration can spark a cascade of physical reactions—tight muscles, elevated heart rate, a stomach doing somersaults.