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                                            Do you know that cholesterol is a silent killer
Cholesterol is a type of fat found in the blood stream, it's essential for various bodily functions such as
(1). Building and maintaining cell membrane
(2). Producing hormones e.g estrogen and testosterogeal
(3). Facilitating fat digestion
(4). Supporting Brain functions
There are two types of cholesterol which are
(1). Low-density lipoprotein: it often refer as to bad cholesterol, high level of LDL can lead to plaque build up in arteries increasing the risk of heart beat
(2). High- density lipoprotein: it is considered as good cholesterol high density lipoprotein helps in removals of excess cholesterol from the blood stream, reducing the risk of heart diseases
Levels of cholesterol
* Total cholesterol; less than 200mg/DL (milligrams per decilliter)
* HDL less than 100mg/dl
*HDL 60mg/dl or higher
Factors affecting cholesterol
* Diets (saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol rich foods)
*Exercise (regular physical activity can raise HDL
* Weight (excess weight can increase HDL)
* Genetic
* Age (cholesterol levels tend to increase or rise in age
*Medical condition (diabetes, high blood pressure)
Managing cholesterol
* Healthy diets
* Regular exercise
* Weight management
* Stress reduction
* Medication
Remember to consult a health care professional for personalized advice on managing cholesterol levels
Symptoms of cholesterol
High cholesterol symptoms doesn't have noticeable symptoms but it can lead to serious health issue
However we have some potential sign to indicate on high cholesterol
*Yellowish patches on the skin or white patches on the eyes lid
* Fatigue or shortness of breath
* Chest pain or angina leading to heart diseases
* Pain or cramping in the leg due to reduce in blood flow
* Confusion or memory loss, in severe cases high cholesterol can affect Brain functions
* Numbness or tingling in the hands and feet
* Palpitations or irregular heartbeat
* Swelling legs, ankles, or feet due to fluid or gas build