Bad Cholesterol

• VLDL cholesterol is considered a "bad" cholesterol, because high levels are associated with an increased risk of coronary artery disease.
  
  

VLDL levels

• There is no simple way to measure VLDL cholesterol. Its levels are usually estimated as a percentage of triglyceride values. A normal VLDL cholesterol level is between 5 and 40 mg per deciliter.
  
  

Lowering Triglyceride Levels

• Lowering triglyceride levels also lowers VLDL cholesterol levels. Healthy lifestyle changes such as losing extra weight and regular exercise can help lower triglyceride levels. Limit sugar and alcohol intake, which can particularly increase triglycerides.
  
  

Good Cholesterol

• High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol contains the highest amount of protein, and is considered "good" cholesterol.
  
  

Bad Cholesterol

• Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol can deposit cholesterol on artery walls, lowering blood flow, and is considered "bad" cholesterol.