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 Increasing 'Good' Cholesterol: What to Do and What to Avoid? In addition to reducing 'bad' cholesterol in the body, the level of 'good' cholesterol should be maintained above 40 mg/dL. Currently, heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide. High cholesterol is considered a primary factor in deaths resulting from heart-related issues. Therefore, it is recommended to keep total cholesterol levels below 200 mg/dL. To ensure healthy cholesterol levels, it is essential to maintain a proper balance between 'bad' and 'good' cholesterol. Ideally, 'bad' cholesterol should be kept below 130 mg/dL, while 'good' cholesterol should be maintained above 40 mg/dL. High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) is referred to as 'good' cholesterol, whereas Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) is known as 'bad' cholesterol. Cholesterol is primarily produced in the liver. The body requires cholesterol to form the outer layers of cells, produce ce...