Total cholesterol
Medical review pending
What it is
Total cholesterol is the overall amount of cholesterol particles in your blood.
Why it matters
It gives useful context for heart health when interpreted with your other lipid markers.
Everyday factors linked to it
Choose more fiber-rich foods, nuts, and olive oil, and reduce ultra-processed snacks.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Always interpret results with a qualified clinician.
References
Peer-reviewed references to be added by the INNER medical team.
See your own Total cholesterol — in context
INNER reads Total cholesterol together with your whole blood, genome and gut, in plain language.
Become a member