Background: Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death throughout the world. One factor that has been proven to be influential is dyslipidemia. Dyslipidemia is a condition of abnormal lipid levels in the blood circulation, namely increased cholesterol levels and triglyceride levels. Objective: to provide information about cholesterol and triglycerides on cardiovascular disease. Method: The method used in this research is a literature review. Results: From this identification, 14 articles were obtained which will be reviewed in this research. Conclusion: Lipid profiles, such as cholesterol and triglycerides, have a significant relationship with the risk of cardiovascular disease.