What Cholesterol Actually Is — And Why It Matters
Learn what cholesterol is, how the body uses it, and why long-term elevations can change how blood vessels function. A simple, biology-based explanation.
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Evidence-based, plain-language explainers to help you understand your numbers. Educational only — not medical advice.
Understanding HDL Cholesterol
What HDL measures, why higher levels are often considered protective in research, and how to view your HDL trend safely in MyLabInsight. Includes U.S. peer-reviewed references.
Read →Understanding LDL Cholesterol
LDL carries cholesterol from the liver to tissues. Learn why lower LDL levels are often linked to reduced cardiovascular risk and how to view your LDL trends safely in MyLabInsight.
Read →Understanding Triglycerides
What triglycerides are, why they matter, and how MyLabInsight helps you view your trend safely. Includes U.S. research references and educational context.
Read →Understanding Total Cholesterol
Learn what total cholesterol measures, how it's interpreted in lipid panels, and why tracking trends over time offers clearer insight than a single result.
Read →Understanding A1C
What A1C measures, why long-term trends matter, typical reference ranges, and how to view your A1C safely with MyLabInsight.
Read →Understanding A1C Trends
How A1C patterns reflect long-term glucose exposure and what stable or shifting values can show over time — viewed safely with MyLabInsight.
Read →How to Use an HSA or FSA with a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN)
Learn how to use your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) to pay for MyLabInsight. Includes LMN template, submission steps, and plan administrator tips.
Read →Do Health Apps Qualify for FSA? How to Check Eligibility for Health Trackers and Devices
Learn whether health apps qualify for FSA, how to search eligibility databases, IRS rules for medical care, and what documentation you need. Includes search strategies, LMN requirements, and real examples.
Read →Understanding Blood Pressure
What systolic and diastolic mean, why trends and averages matter, typical reference ranges, and how to view your BP safely with MyLabInsight.
Read →Understanding Resting Heart Rate (RHR)
What resting heart rate represents, why tracking trends matters, and how RHR connects with sleep, activity, and recovery patterns. Educational only — not medical advice.
Read →How Wearables Connect to MyLabInsight
See the connection paths for Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Samsung, Withings, Omron, iHealth, Renpho, and Oura — through Apple Health or Android Health Connect — plus permissions and tips.
Read →Why MyLabInsight Keeps Your Data on Your Device
Learn why MyLabInsight uses local storage instead of cloud servers — no account needed, fewer third parties, full control, and works offline.
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