The Numbers Are In

I've been waiting to find out about my cholesterol. I've never had it checked before but had it done at my doctor's appointment on Friday. With my blood pressure higher than normal I've been anticipating a problem with my cholesterol numbers. I was right.

Here they are:
Cholesterol 194
Triglycerides 62
HDL 51
LDL 131 ( with a doctor's note Borderline High)

Also written on the letter I received was, "The goal of your LDL is below 130. A strict low fat diet and exercise regimen should be maintained."

To be honest I don't really understand the numbers or what they mean. I guess to head towards a healthier me I need to know more about health. I'm going to go google the four items above.