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A diet high in certain types of fats is one factor. Medical problems such as poorly controlled Diabetes, an underactive thyroid gland, an overactive pituitary gland, liver disease or kidney failure also may cause high cholesterol levels.

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Will high fructose cause heart disease?

high fructose itself may not (meaning, Fresh watermelon) which is high in fructose. High fructose corn syrup; which is derived from corn; will certainly raise your bad cholesterol levels (ldl) and the hard bad cholesterol that does scare the arteries.


What cause heart disease?

There are many types of Heart disease. Please be more specific. Cardiovascular problems can be the result of too much bad cholesterol, fat, blood clots, poor iron levels, and drugs among about a hundred other reasons.


What makes you have a heart attack?

Becase you don't exersise that much and you eat 2 much fat that's why


What raises homocysteine levels?

Frequently the cause is heart disease.


Does beer clog your arteries?

Beer contains alcohol, when digested the body turns alcohol (ethanol) into acetaldehyde (toxic to the liver), which is oxidized into acetate. Also produced are lactate, malate, fatty acids, and ketone. This cause a problem with protein synthesis and causes fatty deposits in the liver. This leads to fatty infiltration and scarring of the liver, which can lead to alcoholic hepatitis and/or cirrhosis. So the major damage to the body is to the liver from prolonged excessive drinking. Cholesterol is the primary cause of clogging or hardening of the arteries and excess alcohol consumption has no direct effect on cholesterol levels. Triglyceride levels are generally elevated as well as liver enzymes (from liver damage), this can lead to other health problems such as pancreatitis, and liver failure.

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Cholesterol level and effect on person?

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What do Low levels of serum cholesterol cause?

TC levels less than 160 mg/dL are associated with higher mortality rates from cancer, liver disease, respiratory disorders, and injuries


What can raise cholesterol levels?

Usually eating foods high in cholesterol will cause it. Some people also have body chemistry that makes it hard for them to rid the body of cholesterol. These people develop high cholesterol even if they are careful about what they eat. They may need medication to keep it under control.


Is Niacin better then Niacin Inositol Hexanicotinate?

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Can obesity lead to cholesterol?

Some people are naturally low or high in cholesterol just like some people have high or low blood pressure. Concluding that Obese People can Have Low Cholesterol


Can a high bad cholesterol cause discomfort in the testicles?

No, cholesterol levels are not associated with testicular pain. Talk with your health care provider about your symptoms.


What can cause sudden increase in total cholesterol?

Hypothyroidism can cause rapid increase in cholesterol levels. ie; low thyroid hormone level due to impaired functioning of thyroid gland


How can disturbances in the body be reflected in the eyes?

Very high cholesterol levels can cause cataracts in the eyes.


What are the causes of hypercholesterolemia?

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Does eating fish cause high cholesterol levels in the human body?

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Can you lower you cholesterol by taking vitamins>?

Niacin is the only vitamin shown to lower bad choloesterol and raise good cholesterol. Although this is great news there are some side affects that come along with taking them including higher blood glucose levels which can cause additional problems for those with diabetes.