Free low cholesterol diets now widely available online can help people
manage their cholesterol problems. Sample menus and recipes can be
downloaded and integrated to current diet programs.
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a waxy, spongy, fat-like substance found mainly in the
bloodstream and in body cells. It is a lipid particle, which means it
cannot be dissolved. Unknown to most people, however, cholesterol is a
vital substance in maintaining a healthy body. It produces certain
hormones and cell membranes.
There are two types of cholesterol, the bad cholesterol and the good
cholesterol. The "bad" cholesterol, commonly referred to as LDL (low
density lipo-protein), is the one responsible for many cases of heart
attacks.
Excessive LDL cholesterol makes you more prone to coronary ailments.
When there is a high level of LDL cholesterol circulating in your
blood, your arteries will form a bulky solid deposit called plaque.
This will make your arteries less flexible and result in blockage of
blood flow. Strokes or heart attacks can follow....
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