Cholesterol

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Healthy levels of cholesterol are important for the regular function of one's body. However, most people receive excess amounts of 'bad' LDL cholesterol, which essentially chokes the arteries and can lead to heart attacks and strokes. In order to lead healthy lives, doctors encourage their patients to exercise regularly and to eat low cholesterol diets, which can aid one's health both by reducing the amount of LDL cholesterol that one consumes and by boosting the amount of 'good' HDL cholesterol inside the body (HDL cholesterol, or high-density lipoprotein, has been shown to remove LDL cholesterol from the arteries and transport it to the liver, where it is processed and disposed of).

However, with the amount of processed foods that are commonly consumed, most people find it quite difficult to eat a low cholesterol diet. The switch from a high cholesterol diet to healthier lifestyle choices seems daunting to most people. Thankfully, a 'low cholesterol' diet does not have to be synonymous with 'low flavor.' One can ensure that he or she adheres to a low cholesterol diet simply by keeping a few rules of thumb in mind.

First of all, one should avoid eating whole eggs on a regular basis. Eggs are one of the highest cholesterol sources that are commonly consumed. Many delicious egg-based dishes, such as omelets and frittatas, can be prepared remarkably easily using egg whites or egg substitutes (egg substitutes consist of egg whites that have been treated with additional vitamins and minerals that are normally found in the yolk of an egg). Egg whites or egg substitutes can also be used for baking.

Red meats are also very high in cholesterol. However, many people simply refuse to completely remove beef and pork from their diet. Fortunately, red meats can be eaten in moderation. When these meats are eaten, one should try to choose the leanest cut available and prepare the food using little to no added fats (this can be accomplished by using nonstick cooking spray for pan-frying or grilling).

Poultry meat can be a central part of a low cholesterol diet if one consumes it wisely. White meat is considerably lower in cholesterol and saturated fats than dark meat, and one should try to eat white poultry meat whenever possible. Additionally, one should remove the skin from the poultry before consumption. Chicken skin contributes about one third of the cholesterol that is found in every serving portion.

The only ways we can voluntarily control the level of cholesterol in our bodies are with the way we eat and the meds we take.

Most control is done involuntarily, by our enzymes and hormones. For example, when the enzymes that break down LDL don't work well, we get too much LDL building up in our blood. (LDL is often called "bad cholesterol.) These are affected by genetics: if your parents have high LDL and subsequent strokes and heart attacks, you are at risk, too!!!

It used to be popular to eat less cholesterol to lower the amount in our blood, but it turns out, that for most of us, if we eat less then our livers compensate by making more! And if we eat more, our livers make less. Why would our livers make such horrible stuff anyway? Because cholesterol is a necessary part of every cell wall in our bodies, and is also critical in protecting our nerves and keeping minerals in our bones (preventing osteoporosis).

LDL levels are lower (and HDL, "healthy" cholesterol, is higher) in people who eat less saturated fat, are at a healthy weight (or have lost some poundage), don't smoke, eat plenty of fiber and not too much sugar and alcohol. AND exercise regularly. But we all knew that.

The good news is that eggs (high cholesterol) are good for us to eat again, and that oils (apart from the calories making us fat if we use too much) are healthy, too. Any fat that is liquid at room temperature (about 70 fahrenheit) is mostly UNsaturated, the healthy type.

Immediate changes in what you eat can begin to bring down cholesterol levels. Reduce the fats and foods cooked in fats (i,e. most fast foods) and eat more fruits and vegetables. You must also begin a committed program of exercise; walking is one of the best ways to rid the body of excess fat, which can clog arteries and veins.

"Good" cholesterol is called HDL (High Density Lipoprotein). It seems to help protect the heart against heart attacks.

"Bad" cholesterol is called LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein). It seems to contribute to arterial deposits, which can cause heart attacks and strokes.

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LDL (bad cholesterol) of 104 is reasonably low - and this is good. HDL(good cholesterol) of 65 is significantly high - and this is also good!

Yes low cholesterol is very good for your heart. It will help keep it healthy for longer! But having low cholesterol is from keeping fatty foods, sweets, pop and other stuff like that away other wise it wont work. They just dont go together.

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Cholesterol has many hydrophobic side chains and a single hydrophilic side chain. Because it contains both hydrophilic and hydrophobic groups, it is amphipathic.
yes cholesterol Hydrophobic , choestol not soluble in water

No... Corn always good for health. Make sure how you are consuming the form of corn. Avoid corn with any stage of FAT based product , such as mix with butter, Ghee or any poultry/dairy products.

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HDL is defined as, High Density Lipoprotein. There are five major groups of Lipoproteins flowing in the blood stream, and HDL cholesterol is the smallest of these lipoproteins. Eventhough HDL is small; it is responsible for carrying approximately thirty percent of the cholesterol in the blood stream. Sometimes referred to 'good' cholesterol, this particle is very dense because it contains high concentrations of protein, and grows in size as it accumulates other forms of cholesterol. Its job in the body is to transport LDL (the 'bad' cholesterol) to the liver, where it is excreted into bile, and eventually makes its way into the intestines. The other path that it can take is to supply cholesterol to Steroidogenesis organs where it is converted into steroids, like sex hormones.

Some Cholesterol Basics

Cholesterol is a waxy substance that can attach itself to artery walls and reduce blood flow. This happens if there is an abundance of LDL, and small amounts of HDL in the blood stream. Some people believe that a low fat diet guarantees arteries that are free from plaque buildup, but that is not so. Cholesterol is produced by the body because it is used in hormone production, and is a part of every cell. In fact, without cholesterol, the human body would not be able to function. Moreover, the only methods of cholesterol control a person has, is diet and exercise.

Foods that Effect HDL

Some foods have the effect of lowering cholesterol, and these foods contain Omega-6 fatty acids. However, they decrease both LDL and HDL, which is not desirable. While foods from this group will assist in maintain healthy total cholesterol, eating foods that raise HDL will have more of a beneficial effect. Foods that are high in Omega-3 fatty acids have the effect of raising HDL. Some of these foods are; flax seeds and oil, fatty deep water fish like Salmon and Mackerel, walnuts, and avocados.

Exercise and HDL

Aerobic exercise has a positive effect on HDL, and should be a lifestyle choice one follows permanently. Aerobic exercise tends to reduce LDL while increasing HDL.

In the end, by paying attention to the foods one eats, there is no need to cut fat completely from the diet. Indeed, healthy fats do more for the body than effect cholesterol. Additionally, participating in regular exercise cannot only have a positive effect on cholesterol, but on your total health as well.

well, I know that you can prevent it and stuff, but I'm not sure whether once you've got it you can actually stop it.

No, but there are lots of treatments for the disease that are exremely effective, such as surgery.

Diet plays a role in heart attacks.

The HDL cholesterol is known as good cholesterol that it should keep cholesterol in 35ml, 40ml for women and for men the levels change between good and bad cholesterol.

HDL cholesterol is also known as the "healthy" cholesterol. LDL cholesterol is known as "bad" cholesterol. Many essential fatty acids help raise HDL cholesterol. Foods that help raise HDL cholesterol are nuts, nut butters, olive oil, coconut oil, and avocados.

Some foods that do contain cholesterol are meats, poultry, fish, milk products, egg yolks. Breads and quick breads also have the chance of containing cholesterol if they contain the milk products lard and egg yolks.

Some tips to keep cholesterol in normal range include avoiding saturated fats, eating more fiber and quitting smoking. Another tip is to keep your cholesterol intake low.

Your body converts cholesterol into Vitamin D. Cholesterol also facilitates memory.

Generally speaking, eating healthier will lower your cholesterol. Other ways to lower your cholesterol is eating heart healthy foods like Cheerios and many types of fish.

Eating foods that are high in saturated fat can raise cholesterol levels in the blood. Most people in the UK eat too much saturated fat.

Foods high in saturated fat include:

* meat pies * sausages and fatty cuts of meat * butter * ghee * lard * cream * hard cheese * cakes and biscuits * foods containing coconut or palm oil

does mineral oil increase cholseterol?