Cholesterol and lipids 101 - good cholesterol & bad cholesterol
Lipids are fat compounds found in the body that include cholesterol and triglycerides. They are used for many important functions, but sometimes there is too much of a good thing! Here we dive into a bit more detail on what exactly is good and bad cholesterol.
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Lipids and fats
Lipids and fats are a vital part of a balanced diet. They are used as a store of energy, and in vital body functions such as creating cell membranes.
HDL is good cholesterol
HDL cholesterol is classed as'good cholesterol' because it carries non-HDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) away from your arteries to be broken down by your liver and eliminated from your body.
LDL or non-HDL cholesterol is bad cholesterol
High levels of non-HDL cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to the build-up of fatty deposits in your arteries (atherosclerosis), increasing your risk of developing cardiovascular problems such as coronary heart disease, angina, or a heart attack or stroke.
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