Do You Know Your Numbers?
Some risk factors you can’t do anything about. But others you can treat, manage or control with the help of your healthcare provider. Knowing your numbers is important! You should be aware of six key numbers: Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, Body Mass Index (BMI), Total Cholesterol, HDL (good) Cholesterol, and LDL (bad) Cholesterol.
Do you know your numbers? If not, why not take 5 minutes today to schedule your annual exam to know your numbers?
Know Your Numbers |
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| Your… | Should be… |
| Blood Pressure | <120/<80 mm Hg |
| Blood Glucose Test (Blood Sugar) | 60-99 mg/dl |
| Body Mass Index | 18.5-24.9 |
| Total Cholesterol | <200 mg/dl |
| HDL Cholesterol (Good) | >40 mg/dl |
| LDL Cholesterol (Bad) | <100 mg/dl |
