Cholesterol

What is Cholesterol: a waxy substance similar to fat that is made in the  liver. It is needed by the body to create hormones, Vitamin D and bile acids. An excess of the wrong type of cholesterol (LDL) can increase your risk for stroke, heart disease, heart attacks and plaque formation in the arteries.

• There are two type of cholesterol~

1. LDL (low density “bad” lipoproteins) and
2.  HDL (high density “good” lipoproteins)

HDL is considered the “good cholesterol”, It removes excess LDL from the bloodstream, and protect against heart disease. High levels reflect a healthy metabolic system. LDL is considered the “bad cholesterol”, It adheres to the arterial walls, creating obstructions or narrowing which increases the risk of cardiovascular problems. Studies show that there is a link between high levels ( LDL) and arterial atherosclerosis – (plaque building on the arterial walls causing narrowing or obstruction in the heart).  see Heart Diseases

• Cholesterol is also found in the blood circulation of humans.
• Cholesterol in the blood originates from dietary intake and liver production.
• Dietary cholesterol comes primarily from animal sources including meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products.
• Organ meats such as liver, are especially high in cholesterol content.

For more information check out these links vitals and AHA Cholesterol

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Source: WebMD,Vitals, The National Institute of Health, the American Heart Association; Medical Encyclopedia

For informational purposes and awareness not medical advice.  Disclaimer