Keeping Cholesterol Levels Low

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- Sushma M Bhardwaj

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Cholesterol is found in all animals, including humans. It is a waxy fat-like substance essential for biomolecules. Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of heart disease. With high cholesterol, you can develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels. It serves as a raw material for cell membranes, the precursor of hormones, bile, acid, vitamin D, and skin.