Monocyte-to-HDL Ratio (MHR)
Specialistalso —
What it isA calculated ratio of monocytes to HDL cholesterol that captures the balance between vascular inflammatory drive and reverse cholesterol transport.
DoesCombines two cardiovascular predictors into a stronger composite.
GoodA low MHR signals balanced vascular biology.
BadElevated MHR predicts cardiovascular events, metabolic syndrome, and atherosclerosis progression.
- Standard
- Lab-specific.
- Optimal
- 5–10 (lower is good)
- Modifiers
- Rises with chronic inflammation and metabolic syndrome.
How to optimize
- Lifestyle
- Zone 2 cardio; quit smoking; weight loss; resistance training.
- Diet
- Mediterranean pattern; cut refined carbs and trans fats.
- Supplements
- Omega-3 EPA+DHA (2–4g/day), curcumin (500mg 2×/day), niacin (under supervision).
- Peptides
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- Drugs
- Statins.
Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)Curcumin (Turmeric)
Reference ranges are general adult lab norms; optimal ranges are editorial picks from the longevity literature — not medical advice. Always interpret results with your physician.
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