Triglycerides: Wellness value in mg/dl?

• A. >200 mg/dl
• B. <150 mg/dl
• C. <100 mg/dl
• D. 50 mg/dl

Answer: (B)

Triglycerides reflect circulating fats in the blood, and for a wellness screen the desirable fasting level is under 150 mg/dL. This threshold is how normal triglyceride levels are defined in guidelines, separating healthy values from borderline high (150–199 mg/dL) and high (≥200 mg/dL). Keeping triglycerides below 150 mg/dL is associated with lower cardiometabolic risk and can be achieved with a balanced diet, regular exercise, and limiting simple sugars and alcohol. Extremely low values, like 50 mg/dL, are not used as a standard wellness target and are uncommon, though they can occur in some individuals.