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Health·4/28/2026AI summary
Being Young And Fit No Longer Protects You From High Cholesterol: Doctor Shares Prevention Tips
Abnormal cholesterol is emerging as a silent epidemic among young Indians, with 25-30% of urban youth and 15-20% of rural youth already having elevated levels. Nearly one in five at-risk individuals remain undiagnosed. A 2026 study shows nearly two in five Indian adolescents have dyslipidemia, with low HDL being the most prevalent abnormality. Dr R Govindarajan advises baseline lipid screening between ages 20-25, daily movement, and fiber-rich nutrition as prevention strategies.
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Times of India