High Cholesterol - Facts You Need To Know
Author: Shelby Ryan

Cholesterol is a wax like fatty substance found in cells and the blood steam. Cholesterol plays a vital role in our health by helping the human body produce cell membranes and it also contributes to the proper functioning of a number of hormones. Ok then, if cholesterol is so important why are we cautioned when cholesterol levels are high? Fair question, let's take a look.

Cholesterol - The Two Types
High-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol is carried in the blood stream. HDL cholesterol is considered good because it protects our heart from strokes and other cardiovascular diseases. The optimal level of good cholesterol is about 40mg/dL.

On the other hand, bad chol... MORE