All You Need To Know About LDL and HDL Cholesterol
Contrary to what others believe, cholesterol is not totally bad for the body. In fact it is an essential part of cell membranes to facilitate proper membrane fluidity and permeability. It is also needed to initiate biosynthesis of steroid hormones, bile acids and other fat soluble vitamins. However, cholesterol is something that can’t be dissolved in blood. It needs to be taken to and from the cells through carriers called lipoproteins. These carriers are made up of both proteins and lipids. Bad cholesterol comes from low-density lipoprotein or LDL. Good cholesterol on the other hand is also called high-density lipoprotein or HDL. These lipids, together with triglycerides and Lp(a) cholesterol comprises over-all cholesterol count determined by going through a blood test.
Categories: Diseases & Conditions Tags: bad cholesterol, good cholesterol, Ldl And Hdl Cholesterol, Levels, Triglycerides
