But tiny habits can make a huge difference, and you can start small — by getting your LDL cholesterol levels checked. That is because bad cholesterol is one of the early predictors of cardiovascular issues, and should not be left unchecked signs start showing. CV Aishwarya, a clinical nutritionist and lecturer at Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, explained that LDL testing is recommended to begin early, depending on individual risk factors. “For the general population with no major health risks, the first LDL test should be done by the age of 20 years and repeated every 4–6 years if the values remain within the normal range,” she told indianexpress.com. According to Aishwarya, LDL testing is important because elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol plays a central role in the development of atherosclerosis by promoting cholesterol deposition in arterial walls, leading to plaque formation.

Source: Indian Express December 20, 2025 11:56 UTC