Cholesterol & the menopause
Menopause is when the ovaries stop producing the hormone oestrogen and periods stop. Because of the change in hormones, some women gain weight and cholesterol levels rise.
- LDL cholesterol can rise.
- HDL cholesterol often rises.
- The balance of HDL cholesterol to non-HDL cholesterol may become less healthy.
The rise in cholesterol means women have a higher risk of heart attacks and other disease of the heart and blood vessels after menopause than before, so it’s important to get blood fats and any other health problems under control. You can also speak to your GP or a menopause specialist during the lead up to the menopause (known as perimenopause) or after the menopause.
Cholesterol & The menopause Videos
Did you know that 53% of women had a menopause consultation with an HCP where neither CVD or Cholesterol was mentioned!*
So, we have produced some videos focusing on Cholesterol and the menopause to help you find out more with HEART UK's Lynne Garton and Nigel Denby from Harley Street at Home.
*Survey of 100 women - Oct 2024.