Knowing your blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and body mass index (BMI) are vital in determining whether you are at risk for developing major illnesses, such as heart disease or diabetes.
Cholesterol - Cholesterol is found in every cell of your body and has important natural functions when it comes to digesting foods, producing hormones and generating vitamin D. There are two types of cholesterol: LDL (low-density lipoproteins, bad cholesterol) and HDL (high-density lipoproteins, good cholesterol). Start having your cholesterol checked every five...