Introduction Your doctor may ask for a lipid panel during a routine health checkup, especially to assess your heart health. But what do all those numbers and terms—HDL, LDL, triglycerides mean? Understanding your lipid panel is essential for taking control of your cardiovascular risk and making informed decisions about your lifestyle and medical care. This article will help you decode the components of a lipid panel, focusing on HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides, what their levels mean, why they matter, and how you can manage them for better health. What Is a Lipid Panel? A lipid panel…