Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is found in all of the cells in our body. Our liver produces most of the cholesterol our body needs to function properly. Cholesterol travels through the bloodstream in proteins called lipoproteins. Two types of lipoproteins carry cholesterol throughout our body:
Having healthy cholesterol levels is important to reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke, the 1 and 5 leading causes of death in the U.S. Work with your doctor to monitor your cholesterol levels. If you have high cholesterol, steps like eating healthy, exercising, quitting smoking, and even taking medication can help get your levels back on track.
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