HDL Cholesterol Guide: Causes of Low Levels & Food Sources

Why do doctors monitor the concentration of HDL and LDL? Identify the food sources of good cholesterol and understand what causes HDL levels to drop.

What Are the Food Sources of HDL Cholesterol?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Riana Rohmann

With cholesterol, just like in any movie or TV show, there's good guys and bad guys. LDL, or low-density lipoprotein, cholesterol contributes to plaque that can clog your arteries. If a clot occurs, you could suffer from a heart attack or stroke.