Save Your Heart
High cholesterol is becoming a serious problem for many people around the world. A significant portion of Australians have higher than desired cholesterol levels. No matter how old we are, it is important to lower your cholesterol level if it is too high. This is important for your overall health. If you don’t lower your cholesterol you are at a higher risk of having a heart attack or stroke.
Cholesterol is basically a substance similar to fat and is found naturally throughout the body. It also enters the body via the food and drinks which we consume. A certain level of cholesterol is important but too much of it can lead to serious health problems, especially heart problems. It can clog the arteries which can lead to life threatening blockages. It is important to get your cholesterol level tested to know exactly where you stand and what action you should take.
It is important to know that there are two types of cholesterol. High density lipoprotein, commonly known as HDL, is often referred to as ‘good’ cholesterol. It is good because this type of cholesterol can actually protect the heart. Low density lipoprotein, LDL, is what is known as ‘bad’ cholesterol as this is what can cause the clogging of arteries. Everyone has both types of cholesterol, and we need to have both, but it is important to keep LDL cholesterol to a minimum.
The link between high cholesterol and heart disease has been established in numerous studies carried around the world. In simple terms, these studies have concluded that higher cholesterol levels result in a higher risk of getting heart disease. High cholesterol is a problem for most people but the good news is that something can be done about it. You can reduce your cholesterol by making alterations to your diet and fitness regime. Visit the Heart Foundation website for more information on heart disease and cholesterol.
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