Normal level: It is generally considered healthy when triglyceride levels are below 1.7 mmol/L.
Borderline elevated: 1.7-2.27 mmol/L.
High level: 2.27-5.67 mmol/L.
Very high level: Above 5.67 mmol/L.
When triglyceride levels exceed 2.27 mmol/L, the risk of cardiovascular diseases increases significantly. Especially when the levels surpass 5.67 mmol/L, the risk is extremely high, and immediate medical intervention may be necessary.
Triglycerides and cholesterol are both components of blood lipids, and their levels often influence each other. High triglyceride levels may affect cholesterol metabolism, increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Unhealthy lifestyles, such as high-fat diets, lack of exercise, smoking, and alcohol consumption, can all lead to elevated triglyceride levels. Improving these habits can help control triglyceride levels.
Triglyceride levels are also influenced by genetic factors. Some people may naturally have higher triglyceride levels, making regular monitoring of blood lipid levels particularly important for them.
For patients with significantly elevated triglyceride levels, doctors may recommend medications such as statins or fibrates to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.