24
Nov
Posted in Cholesterol by admin |
Hamburgers, fries, pizzas, and fried chicken are among the foods we love to binge on. Fast-food joints serving them make it easier for us to give in to our cravings. As we grow older, we realize that we can no longer enjoy these gastronomic delights the way we used to, because we have to watch out for the cholesterol in our diet. Otherwise, we are put in the danger zone for several cardiovascular diseases it may lead us to.
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24
Nov
Posted in Cholesterol by admin |
Cholesterol, it’s something you hear about a lot, but not something a lot of people understand very well. With all the talk about lipids and fats, LDL and HDL, it’s hard to know up from down and left from right when talking about cholesterol.
Chemically, cholesterol is classified as a sterol (a cross between a steroid and an alcohol) and it’s absolutely vital to our everyday existence. The body uses cholesterol to build and maintain cell membranes and to maintain proper membrane viscosity.
If all that sounds a little ‘out there’ just take away from it that cholesterol is a much needed compound in your body.
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24
Nov
Posted in Cholesterol by admin |
If you are one of the many people who suffer from high cholesterol you are already aware of the dangers associated with the disease. Large portions, high fat content and convenient fast food have all been key factors in the growing problem of obesity and high cholesterol. While some cases of cholesterol are hereditary, most cases are caused by having too much fat in the diet. Over time this builds up in our bodies, clogging our arteries and potentially threatening the health of our cardiovascular system. With that in mind, it is important that you take steps now to prevent any further damage caused by high cholesterol.
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