Questions for Your Doctor

• What is my risk for heart disease?
• What screening or diagnostic tests for heart disease do I need?
• What are my numbers and what do they mean?
• Blood pressure
• Cholesterol—total cholesterol, LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, HDL (“good”) cholesterol, and triglycerides
• Body mass index and waist circumference measurement
• Blood sugar level (could indicate risk for diabetes)
• What can you do to help me quit smoking?
• How much physical activity do I need to help protect my heart?
• What is a heart-healthy eating plan for me?