Dyslipidemia in Diabetes ; Lipids (fats), together with proteins and carbohydrates, are the main components of living cells. Cholesterol and triglycerides are lipids that are stored in the body and serve as a source of energy. Desirable levels of blood fats are: Total cholesterol: Below 200 mg/dLHDL cholesterol: #Men – above 40 mg/dL; #Women – above 50 mg/dLLDL #cholesterol: Below...
