Non-HDL Cholesterol

Lipids marker

Non-HDL Cholesterol

Category: Lipids
Unit: mmol/L

Total cholesterol minus HDL. Captures all atherogenic lipoproteins (LDL, VLDL, IDL).

PED Notes

Better predictor of cardiovascular risk than LDL alone. AAS worsen this marker by suppressing HDL and elevating LDL/VLDL. Target <2.5 mmol/L for primary prevention. ApoB is an even more accurate cardiovascular risk marker -- consider requesting alongside lipid panel.

Supplements:

  • Citrus Bergamot -- 500mg 2x/day
  • Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) -- 2-3g/day

Lifestyle:

  • Increase dietary fibre
  • Reduce refined carbohydrates
  • Regular cardio exercise

References:

  • Lamiquiz-Moneo, I., Gine-Gonzalez, J., Alisente, S., et al. (2020). Effect of bergamot on lipid profile in humans: A systematic review. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 60(18), 3133-3143. DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2019.1677554
  • Calder, P. C. (2017). Omega-3 fatty acids and inflammatory processes. Biochemical Society Transactions, 45(5), 1105-1115. DOI: 10.1042/BST20160474

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Reference Ranges

Standard Range

0 - 2.5 mmol/L

VitalMetrics Range

0 - 4 mmol/L

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