What should my cholesterol be?

Normal cholesterol levels will help prevent heart disease and stroke, the biggest health problems for people with diabetes. Keeping cholesterol levels under control can also help with blood flow. Have your cholesterol level checked at least once a year. Meal planning, exercise, and medicines can help you reach your cholesterol targets:

Total cholesterol	under 200
LDL cholesterol	under 100
HDL cholesterol	above 40 (men) above 50 (women)
Triglycerides	under 150

source: http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/complications_control/index.htm