Food and Nutrition

Nutrients

Proteins

Carbohydrates

Fats

Cholesterol and Triglyceride Levels

Blood Level (mg/dL)* versus Significance

Total Cholesterol

Less than 200--Desirable

200-239--Borderline high

240 or higher--High

LDL

Less than 100--Optimal

100-129--Near Optimal

130-159--Borderline High

160-189--High

190 or higher--Very high

HDL

Less than 40--Low

40-59--Acceptable

60 or higher--Optimal

Triglycerides

Less than 150--Acceptable

150-199--Borderline high

200 or higher--High

*Milligrams per deciliter of blood
Source: Lung, and Blood Institute

Vitamins and Minerals

Fiber

Water