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Is plaque build up in arteries caused by poor nutrition or something else?
poor nutrition is the major cause of high cholesterol and that is the cause of plaque build up
What is arterial plaque made of?
Cholesterol, other fatty acids, and calcium.
What makes high cholesterol?
Lots of starch and food high in fat. Because these foods cause plaque to build up in your artery walls and may lead to heart attack, stroke or in some cases cardiac arrest
What is different between hdl and ldl cholesterol?
HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol is known as "good" cholesterol, as it helps remove LDL cholesterol from the arteries and transport it to the liver for processing. LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol is known as "bad" cholesterol, as high levels can lead to plaque build-up in the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease. Maintaining a balance between HDL and LDL levels is important for heart health.
What are some common causes of carotid artery disease?
Some common causes of carotid artery disease include atherosclerosis (build-up of plaque in the arteries), smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, and a family history of heart disease or stroke. Other risk factors include high cholesterol levels, obesity, and lack of physical activity.
What will high levels of cholesterol in the blood cause disease of?
Once you look at the definition of cholesterol, it's easy to see why high cholesterol can cause heart disease. The National Institute of Health defines cholesterol as, "a waxy, fat-like substance that's found in all cells of the body. Cholesterol in and of itself is not bad - in fact, your body needs some cholesterol to make hormones and vitamin D, and your body makes all the cholesterol it needs. But sometimes genetics and/or eating high fat foods and not getting enough exercise results in overly high cholesterol levels. When you have more cholesterol than your body needs, the waxy, excess cholesterol can build up and stick to the artery walls that's called plaque. When plaque forms, there is a significant increase in risk of two heart disease problems -- stroke and heart attack -- because plaque can break open and cause a blood clot. A stroke happens when a blood clot blocks an artery that feeds the brain. A heart attack is the result when plaque or a blood clot blocks an artery that feeds the heart.
What is cholesterol amd how can affect your health?
Cholesterol is available in healthy and unhealthy forms. The brain relies on good cholesterol to communicate between sections of the cortex efficiently. On the contrary, bad cholesterol will build up in the blood vessels and arteries as plaque, and may result in a heart attack.
What is a fatty plaque?
Fatty plaque is usually made up of excess cholesterol. This cholesterol begins to clog the arteries inside the body. In turn, one may end up having a heart attack.
I have a really high cholesterol for a 12 year old girl. Any tips?
Like please help! (If not i am going to have a heart stroke) Proof: Your body makes cholesterol, and you also get it when you eat eggs, meats, and dairy products. When you have more than your body needs, cholesterol can cause plaque to build up in your arteries. This thick, hard plaque can clog your arteries like a blocked pipe. Reduced blood flow can lead to a stroke or heart attack.Sep 14, 2012
What substance associated with animal fat is responsible for the narrowing of arteries?
Cholesterol is the substance associated with animal fat that causes atherosclerosis(the narrowing, or hardening, of arteries due to plaque that is formed from cholesterol build up in coronary arteries).
How does the arteries and veins in the heart become blocked?
Cholesterol and bacteria form plaque on the inside wall (called tunica intima) of veins and arteries. This can make the systemic pressure rise, affecting blood pressure.
The carotid artery goes through the neck what is true about the blood in this artery?
Cholesterol plaque may slowly build up in the carotid artery wall, over decades.
