{"id":13878,"date":"2026-04-13T15:52:33","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T15:52:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/?p=13878"},"modified":"2026-04-13T16:04:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T16:04:20","slug":"do-you-know-these-5-critical-health-numbers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2026\/04\/13\/do-you-know-these-5-critical-health-numbers\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Know These 5 Critical Health Numbers?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13880 \" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/04\/iStock-1446544800-ai-modified-97d17478-99e0-4fdd-a170-1f640eba15ec-1024x594.jpg\" alt=\"Do You Know These 5 Critical Health Numbers?\" width=\"791\" height=\"459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/04\/iStock-1446544800-ai-modified-97d17478-99e0-4fdd-a170-1f640eba15ec-1024x594.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/04\/iStock-1446544800-ai-modified-97d17478-99e0-4fdd-a170-1f640eba15ec-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/04\/iStock-1446544800-ai-modified-97d17478-99e0-4fdd-a170-1f640eba15ec-768x445.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/04\/iStock-1446544800-ai-modified-97d17478-99e0-4fdd-a170-1f640eba15ec-1536x891.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/04\/iStock-1446544800-ai-modified-97d17478-99e0-4fdd-a170-1f640eba15ec-2048x1188.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2026\/04\/iStock-1446544800-ai-modified-97d17478-99e0-4fdd-a170-1f640eba15ec-1200x696.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When it comes to your health,\u00a0there\u2019s\u00a0no shortage of advice\u00a0\u2013\u00a0what to eat, how to exercise, how much sleep you need. But one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay on track is knowing a few key numbers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2026\/04\/13\/do-you-know-these-5-critical-health-numbers\/#espanol\">Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a> <\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These numbers offer a snapshot of how your body is functioning and can help catch potential issues early\u00a0\u2013\u00a0often before you notice symptoms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cMany of the most common health conditions develop gradually and without obvious warning signs,\u201d says\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/clinicians.cooperhealth.org\/provider\/rachel-j-masel-miller\/4210930\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rachel Masel-Miller, DO<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0a\u00a0primary care physician at the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/center\/ripa-center-womens-health\">Ripa Center for Women\u2019s Health<\/a>\u00a0\u201cKnowing your numbers gives you the opportunity to make small changes before they become bigger concerns.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are five important health numbers every adult should\u00a0know and\u00a0understand.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>1.) Blood Pressure<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your blood pressure reflects how hard your heart is working to move blood through your body. When it\u00a0remains\u00a0elevated, it can strain your heart and damage blood vessels, increasing your risk for heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Normal:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Less than 120\/80 mm\u00a0Hg<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">High blood pressure is common in both men and women, though men tend to develop it earlier. For women, risk often increases after menopause. Family history can also play a role, but lifestyle factors like diet, physical activity, stress, and sleep have a significant impact.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cBlood pressure is one of the most important numbers to monitor because\u00a0high\u00a0blood\u00a0pressure\u00a0often has no symptoms,\u201d says Dr. Masel-Miller. \u201cRoutine checks are key to catching changes early, and simple habits like reducing sodium, staying active, and maintaining a healthy weight can make a real difference.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>2.) A1C (Blood Sugar)<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your A1C reflects your average blood sugar level\u00a0over the past two to three months and is used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes.\u00a0Sustained high blood sugar\u00a0can increase your risk for heart disease, nerve damage, and other complications.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Normal:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Below 5.7%<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prediabetes:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a05.7% to 6.4%<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Risk increases with age, weight gain, and family history. Hormonal changes in women and increased abdominal fat in men can both affect how the body processes blood sugar.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cMany people are surprised to learn their blood sugar is elevated because they feel fine,\u201d Dr. Masel-Miller says.\u00a0\u201cRegular screening, along with healthy eating, staying active, and maintaining a healthy weight, can go a long way in keeping levels in a safe range.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>3.) Cholesterol<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cholesterol levels help\u00a0your doctor\u00a0assess\u00a0your risk for heart\u00a0and vascular\u00a0disease by measuring\u00a0different types\u00a0of fats in your blood. LDL (\u201cbad\u201d cholesterol) can\u00a0accumulate in the arteries,\u00a0while HDL (\u201cgood\u201d cholesterol) helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">LDL (\u201cbad\u201d cholesterol):\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lower is better (ideally under 100).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">HDL (\u201cgood\u201d cholesterol):<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Higher is better (generally 40+ for men, 50+ for women).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Men often develop unhealthy cholesterol levels earlier in life, while women\u2019s risk tends to rise after menopause.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cCholesterol is a key indicator of heart health,\u201d\u00a0Dr. Masel-Miller\u00a0says. \u201cThe encouraging part is that it\u2019s something many people can improve with healthy habits and, when needed, the right treatment.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>4.) BMI or Waist Circumference<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference are tools used to assess whether your weight\u00a0is\u00a0affecting your health.\u00a0Excess weight,\u00a0especially around the midsection,\u00a0is linked to a higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">BMI:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0A general measure based on height and weight<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Waist circumference:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0A marker of abdominal fat<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Excess weight, particularly around the midsection, is linked to a higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers.\u00a0Men are more likely to carry weight around the abdomen, while women may notice changes in weight distribution after menopause.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cWhere weight is carried can be just as important as how much,\u201d\u00a0Dr. Masel-Miller\u00a0says.\u00a0\u201cTalking with your\u00a0doctor\u00a0can help you understand what a healthy weight looks like for you and\u00a0help you\u00a0set\u00a0achievable goals.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>\u00a05.) Hours of Sleep<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sleep plays a critical role in overall health, affecting everything from heart function to metabolism and mood.\u00a0Not getting enough rest can raise your risk\u00a0for\u00a0high blood pressure, weight gain, and chronic conditions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recommended:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Seven\u00a0or more hours per night<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Women are more likely to experience insomnia, especially during midlife, while men have higher rates of sleep apnea\u00a0\u2013\u00a0a condition that often goes undiagnosed.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cSleep affects nearly every system in the body and is one of the most overlooked factors in maintaining good health,\u201d\u00a0Dr. Masel-Miller\u00a0says. \u201cPrioritizing a consistent sleep schedule and addressing ongoing sleep issues can\u00a0positively influence\u00a0many other health numbers.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Small Numbers, Big Impact<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The good news is that\u00a0your\u00a0numbers\u00a0aren\u2019t\u00a0set in stone. In many cases, they can be improved with simple, consistent habits:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stay physically active.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eat a balanced, nutrient-rich diet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintain a healthy weight.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Prioritize sleep.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep up with routine checkups.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Get Checked and\u00a0Know Your Numbers<\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re unsure where you stand, your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/specialties\/primary-care\">Cooper Primary Care<\/a> professional can help you check your levels, understand your risk factors, and create a plan that fits your lifestyle. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Call<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><a href=\"tel:8008266737\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">800.8.COOPER<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(<a href=\"tel:8008266737\">800.826.6737<\/a>) or use our<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">online form<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to schedule an appointment.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"espanol\"><\/a><br \/>\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>\u00bfConoces estos 5 n\u00fameros de salud cr\u00edticos?<\/h2>\n<p>Cuando se trata de su salud, no faltan los consejos: qu\u00e9 comer, c\u00f3mo hacer ejercicio, cu\u00e1nto dormir. Sin embargo, una de las formas m\u00e1s sencillas y eficaces de mantener el rumbo correcto es conocer algunas cifras clave.<\/p>\n<p>Estos n\u00fameros ofrecen una instant\u00e1nea del funcionamiento de su organismo y pueden ayudar a detectar posibles problemas en una etapa temprana, a menudo antes de que usted note alg\u00fan s\u00edntoma.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Muchas de las afecciones de salud m\u00e1s comunes se desarrollan de manera gradual y sin se\u00f1ales de advertencia evidentes,&#8221; afirma <a href=\"https:\/\/clinicians.cooperhealth.org\/provider\/rachel-j-masel-miller\/4210930\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rachel Masel-Miller, DO<\/span><\/a>, m\u00e9dica de atenci\u00f3n primaria en el <span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/center\/ripa-center-womens-health\">Ripa Center for Women\u2019s Health<\/a><\/span>. &#8220;Conocer sus cifras le brinda la oportunidad de realizar peque\u00f1os cambios antes de que estos se conviertan en problemas de mayor gravedad.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>A continuaci\u00f3n, le presentamos cinco cifras de salud importantes que todo adulto deber\u00eda conocer y comprender.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1.) Presi\u00f3n arterial<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Su presi\u00f3n arterial refleja el esfuerzo que realiza su coraz\u00f3n para bombear sangre a trav\u00e9s de su cuerpo. Cuando esta se mantiene elevada, puede sobrecargar el coraz\u00f3n y da\u00f1ar los vasos sangu\u00edneos, lo que aumenta el riesgo de padecer enfermedades card\u00edacas, accidentes cerebrovasculares y problemas renales.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Normal:<\/strong> Menos de 120\/80 mm Hg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>La presi\u00f3n arterial alta es com\u00fan tanto en hombres como en mujeres, aunque los hombres tienden a desarrollarla a una edad m\u00e1s temprana. En el caso de las mujeres, el riesgo a menudo aumenta despu\u00e9s de la menopausia. Los antecedentes familiares tambi\u00e9n pueden influir, pero factores relacionados con el estilo de vida \u2014como la dieta, la actividad f\u00edsica, el estr\u00e9s y el sue\u00f1o\u2014 tienen un impacto significativo.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;La presi\u00f3n arterial es uno de los valores m\u00e1s importantes que se deben monitorear, ya que la presi\u00f3n alta a menudo no presenta s\u00edntomas,&#8221; afirma la Dra. Masel-Miller. &#8220;Los controles de rutina son fundamentales para detectar cambios a tiempo, y h\u00e1bitos sencillos \u2014como reducir el consumo de sodio, mantenerse activo y mantener un peso saludable\u2014 pueden marcar una verdadera diferencia.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>2.) A1C (Nivel de az\u00facar en sangre)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Su nivel de A1C refleja el promedio de az\u00facar en su sangre durante los \u00faltimos dos o tres meses y se utiliza para detectar la prediabetes y la diabetes. Un nivel de az\u00facar en sangre elevado de forma sostenida puede aumentar su riesgo de padecer enfermedades card\u00edacas, da\u00f1o nervioso y otras complicaciones.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Normal:<\/strong> Por debajo del 5.7%<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prediabetes:<\/strong> Del 5.7% al 6.4%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>El riesgo aumenta con la edad, el aumento de peso y los antecedentes familiares. Tanto los cambios hormonales en las mujeres como el aumento de grasa abdominal en los hombres pueden afectar la forma en que el cuerpo procesa el az\u00facar en la sangre.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Muchas personas se sorprenden al enterarse de que tienen el nivel de az\u00facar en sangre elevado, ya que se sienten bien,&#8221; afirma la Dra. Masel-Miller. &#8220;Las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n peri\u00f3dicas \u2014junto con una alimentaci\u00f3n saludable, mantenerse activo y mantener un peso saludable\u2014 pueden contribuir en gran medida a mantener los niveles dentro de un rango seguro.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>3.) Colesterol<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Los niveles de colesterol ayudan a su m\u00e9dico a evaluar su riesgo de padecer enfermedades card\u00edacas y vasculares mediante la medici\u00f3n de los diferentes tipos de grasas presentes en su sangre. El LDL (colesterol \u00abmalo\u00bb) puede acumularse en las arterias, mientras que el HDL (colesterol \u00abbueno\u00bb) ayuda a eliminar el exceso de colesterol del torrente sangu\u00edneo.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>LDL (colesterol &#8220;malo&#8221;):<\/strong> Cuanto m\u00e1s bajo, mejor (idealmente, por debajo de 100).<\/li>\n<li><strong>HDL (colesterol \u00ab&#8221;bueno&#8221;):<\/strong> Cuanto m\u00e1s alto, mejor (generalmente, 40 o m\u00e1s en hombres; 50 o m\u00e1s en mujeres).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A menudo, los hombres desarrollan niveles de colesterol poco saludables a una edad m\u00e1s temprana, mientras que el riesgo en las mujeres tiende a aumentar despu\u00e9s de la menopausia.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;El colesterol es un indicador clave de la salud card\u00edaca,&#8221; afirma la Dra. Masel-Miller. &#8220;Lo alentador es que se trata de algo que muchas personas pueden mejorar mediante h\u00e1bitos saludables y, cuando sea necesario, con el tratamiento adecuado.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>4.) BMI o circunferencia de la cintura<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>El \u00edndice de masa corporal (IMC) y la circunferencia de la cintura son herramientas que se utilizan para evaluar si su peso est\u00e1 afectando su salud. El exceso de peso, especialmente alrededor de la zona media del cuerpo, se asocia con un mayor riesgo de enfermedades card\u00edacas, diabetes y ciertos tipos de c\u00e1ncer.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>BMI:<\/strong> Una medida general basada en la estatura y el peso.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Circunferencia de la cintura:<\/strong> Un indicador de la grasa abdominal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>El exceso de peso, particularmente alrededor de la zona media del cuerpo, se vincula con un mayor riesgo de enfermedades card\u00edacas, diabetes y ciertos tipos de c\u00e1ncer. Los hombres tienden m\u00e1s a acumular peso alrededor del abdomen, mientras que las mujeres pueden notar cambios en la distribuci\u00f3n del peso despu\u00e9s de la menopausia.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;D\u00f3nde se acumula el peso puede ser tan importante como la cantidad,&#8221; afirma la Dra. Masel-Miller. &#8220;Hablar con su m\u00e9dico puede ayudarle a comprender qu\u00e9 constituye un peso saludable en su caso particular y a establecer objetivos alcanzables.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>5.) Horas de sue\u00f1o<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>El sue\u00f1o desempe\u00f1a un papel fundamental en la salud general, afectando a todo, desde la funci\u00f3n card\u00edaca hasta el metabolismo y el estado de \u00e1nimo. No descansar lo suficiente puede aumentar el riesgo de padecer presi\u00f3n arterial alta, aumento de peso y afecciones cr\u00f3nicas.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Recomendado:<\/strong> Siete o m\u00e1s horas por noche.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Las mujeres son m\u00e1s propensas a sufrir insomnio, especialmente durante la mediana edad, mientras que los hombres presentan tasas m\u00e1s elevadas de apnea del sue\u00f1o, una afecci\u00f3n que a menudo pasa sin ser diagnosticada.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;El sue\u00f1o afecta a casi todos los sistemas del organismo y es uno de los factores m\u00e1s pasados \u200b\u200bpor alto a la hora de mantener una buena salud,&#8221; afirma la Dra. Masel-Miller. &#8220;Priorizar un horario de sue\u00f1o constante y abordar los problemas de sue\u00f1o persistentes puede influir positivamente en muchos otros indicadores de salud.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cifras peque\u00f1as, gran impacto<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>La buena noticia es que tus cifras no est\u00e1n grabadas en piedra. 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