Cholesterol Levels for Humans: The 10-Question Quiz

1. What is LDL cholesterol commonly referred to as?

• Good cholesterol
• Bad cholesterol
• Neutral cholesterol

2. What is the recommended LDL level for most adults according to the American Heart Association?

• Less than 200 mg/dL
• Less than 100 mg/dL
• Less than 150 mg/dL

3. What is considered a healthy HDL level for women?

• 40 mg/dL or higher
• 50 mg/dL or higher
• 60 mg/dL or higher

4. When do women typically experience a rise in cholesterol levels?

• During puberty
• During pregnancy
• After menopause

5. Which hormone helps maintain favorable cholesterol levels in women before menopause?

• Progesterone
• Estrogen
• Testosterone

6. What is the recommended total cholesterol level?

• Less than 200 mg/dL
• Less than 150 mg/dL
• Less than 250 mg/dL

7. Which of these foods can help lower LDL cholesterol?

• Processed meats
• Oats and beans
• White bread

8. What effect does smoking have on cholesterol?

• Raises HDL cholesterol
• Lowers HDL cholesterol
• Has no effect on cholesterol

9. Which age group of women typically has the highest total cholesterol levels?

• 20-29 years
• 40-49 years
• 50+ years

10. What type of exercise is recommended for improving cholesterol levels?

• Aerobic exercise
• Weightlifting only
• No exercise needed