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What harm does cholesterol do to the body?
too much cholesterol in the blood can lead to heart and blood vessel disease.
Does eating cholesterol make cholesdtrol?
Dietary cholesterol can be absorbed by the body and utilized. The body's cholesterol production though is much higher than the general intake. If the absorbed amount of cholesterol increases, then the body's production decreases. Another "defense" which the body can use to avoid too much cholesterol in the system is to simply decrease the absorption of cholesterol.
Is cholesterol a waste product that must be removed from the body?
No, cholesterol is part of the cell membrane. Without it the membrane would be too unstable and move too much. The cholesterol "stiffens" the membrane.
Why do we need to know the presence of cholesterol in our body?
Cholesterol - is a fatty substance... too much of it in the bloodstream can cause blockages - leading to heart attacks.
Why is cholesterol both essential and also potentially dangerous?
Without cholesterol, your body wouldn't work - it's vital to ensure the body's normal function. Too much cholesterol increases heart disease and disease of the arteries.
What are the negative consequences of not having too much cholesterol in your body?
You die because your body doesn't have the stuff it needss to be healty...
Which statement is not true?
The body does not make enough cholesterol.
What affects the amount total cholesterol in your body?
Which of the following affects the amount of total cholesterol in your body? if you are an flvs student the answere is all of the above that's what i put.
What are the features of cholesterol?
Some features include: --It is synthesized by the body --Recommended 300mg daily intake --Related to heart disease
Where can I find more information on what is good cholesterol?
Good cholesterol is a measure of the cholesterol in your blood that is healthy for you, as opposed to unhealthy cholesterol which can harm your body if you have too much in your system. Find more information about good and bad cholesterol at http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hdl-cholesterol/CL00030
What is a common cause of gallstones?
A common cause of gallstones is obesity. Other causes include your body retaining too much cholesterol, and your gallbladder producing too much bilirubin.
Which foods have too much cholesterol?
Red meat like beef, pork and lamb has too much cholesterol. Nuts like Pista, Badam, Kaju also have lots of cholesterol
