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Understanding the Dangers of High Cholesterol
High cholesterol is not a disease, but a condition that often leads to fatal complications. Too much 'bad cholesterol' (low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol or LDL-C) causes plaque build-up in your arteries, preventing blood flow to your heart and brain, the leading cause of heart attack or stroke.
On the other hand, a higher level of 'good cholesterol' (high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol or HDL-C), a non-plaque forming cholesterol is good for your health and decreases your risk of heart disease.
Simply put, a higher HDL-C to LDL-C ratio means better cholesterol health.
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Interpreting the numbers
Cholesterol levels are measured in milligrams (mg) of cholesterol per deciliter (dL) of blood.
But what are the optimal levels of these various lipids? Consider these general guidelines.




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