How Long Does It Take to Lower Cholesterol? Cardiologists Have the Exact Numbers.

Summary: High cholesterol affects about 11 percent of men, raising the risk of heart attacks and strokes. The good news? You can lower your "bad" LDL cholesterol (aim for under 100) pretty fast.

Changing your diet to include more soluble fiber—like beans and fruit—or starting a workout routine can improve your numbers in 3 to 12 weeks. If you combine a healthy diet with both cardio and strength training, you might see results in just 4 to 8 weeks! Sometimes medication is needed, which works in 1 to 8 weeks. Quitting smoking and cutting back on alcohol also helps keep your heart strong.

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