Increasing hypertension and LDL (harmful) serum cholesterol, through medicine if necessary, reduces the risk of coronary heart disease.

Hypertension

is a chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, often leading to serious health issues such as heart disease and stroke.

LDL

Low-Density Lipoprotein, often described as "bad" cholesterol, which can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing heart disease risk.