Cholesterol profile

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat like substance produced in the liver but can also be found in some foods. The cholesterol profile is made up of LDL and HDL cholesterol. LDL (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol is considered to be the bad cholesterol as high levels of LDL are associated with heart disease. HDL (high density lipoprotein) cholesterol is considered to be the good cholesterol.

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