What is cholesterol? Let’s make it simple
Learn what cholesterol is, what affects it, and how small everyday choices can help keep things on track.
What actually is it?
Cholesterol is a natural fatty substance found in your blood. Your body needs some to keep us ticking over, but too much can build up in your arteries over time, affecting blood flow and increasing health risks.
What causes high cholesterol?
High cholesterol can be linked to a number of reasons such as a diet high in saturated fat and not being active enough. Age and inherited conditions can also play a part, making everyday healthy choices even more important.
Is all cholesterol bad?
No. Cholesterol isn’t all bad, your body actually needs it to work properly. There are different types of cholesterol, and while some can build up in your arteries (LDL), others help carry excess cholesterol away (HDL).
Cholesterol has a number?
High cholesterol usually has no symptoms, which is why knowing your cholesterol number is so important. It’s a simple step to feeling more confident about your health.
How do you reduce cholesterol?
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