The cholesterol molecule is a wax like fatty substance, which comes from a family of molecules known as steroids. The cholesterol molecule is present in our blood, as well as all the cells in body tissue. A cholesterol molecule does not enter our bodies through food, but is made by different parts of our body. Body tissues that have highly packed membranes, such as the liver, arethoma, etc are known to produce more cholesterol molecules and have more cholesterol present in their cells.
A form of the cholesterol molecule, if present in large numbers in our bodies, can form deposits known as plaque on the walls of our arteries, which can in turn block the flow of blood supply and cause heart problems. But, the cholesterol molecule also plays an important part in the following:
- In the formation of sex hormones (so definitely cant be all bad).
- Cholesterol molecules help the cells to withstand temperature fluctuations and also protect the nerve fibers.
- Cholesterol molecules help in digestion of food through production of bile salts.
- HDL Cholesterol molecules act as a broom and sweep LDL Cholesterol molecules from the arteries.
15 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Cholesterol More than 106 million American adults have a blood cholesterol level high enough to require medical advice. High cholesterol claims thousands of lives every year and the really sad thing is that its treatable as long as you dont ignore it.
The chances of you not having this condition are slim to none ... most Americans do have cholesterol, its a natural part of our physical makeup. Like everything in nature, it only becomes a problem when there is an imbalance.
The 15 questions that most people ask about cholesterol are:
# 1 - What is cholesterol?
# 2 - How does ..
- The conversion of Vitamin D from sunlight is helped by the cholesterol molecule.
Thus, the cholesterol molecule is essential for bodily functions, but as forms of it can be harmful in increased quantities, people should control the amounts of cholesterol molecules present in their bodies. This can be best done through improved diet, and lifestyle and, when called for, through the short term use of certain medications.
Protect Yourself From Bad CholesterolCholesterol. It s not only one number you need to know anymore. You will want to know what you LDL (low density lipoprotein) and HDL (high density lipoprotein) levels are too.
You see, cholesterol doesn t dissolve in the blood. It is carried between cells by lipoproteins in the blood. LDL cholesterol is the bad stuff. Too much of this is what causes health problems. On the other hand, HDL cholesterol is the good cholesterol. Your body manufacturers HDL for your protection. You want a high HDL level, and a low LDL level.
Cholesterol is everyone s concern. Even children who have a family h ..
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David SaundersUnderstanding Cholesterol
