Understanding High Cholesterol: What to Do When Your Levels Are Elevated

Yes, a cholesterol level of 218 is considered high. Normal cholesterol levels are generally considered to be below 200 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). High cholesterol can increase your risk of developing heart disease and stroke, so it's important to keep it under control. Some of the measures that you can take to manage healthy cholesterol levels;

- Eat a healthy diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and high in fiber.

- Maintain a healthy weight.

- Get regular exercise.

- Quit smoking.

- Manage your blood pressure and diabetes.