Am I at risk? - Blood Cholesterol

If any of the following apply to you, it's a good idea to visit your local pharmacy for a simple cholesterol test.

• You have a family history of heart disease or stroke
• Suffering from high blood pressure or diabetes
• Eating an unhealthy diet
• Drinking an excessive amount of alcohol
• You're of Asian or Afro-Caribbean descent
• Taking little exercise or physical activity
• You're overweight
• Smoking

Following a healthy and balanced diet may help to reduce high cholesterol. Even if you're within a healthy weight range it's important that you review your diet and reduce your intake of saturated fats.