Managing Cholesterol: LDL vs HDL Ratios & Lipid Diets

Lowering high cholesterol requires a balance of dietary interventions for lipids, understanding HDL/LDL ratios, and managing triglyceride spikes.

Major Sources of Cholesterol

Cholesterol, a waxy substance found in some foods and manufactured in the body, is necessary for the production of certain hormones, bile and vitamin D. Too much cholesterol, especially LDL cholesterol, can lead to a buildup of fatty deposits on the walls of the arteries and interfere with blood flow to the heart.

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How to Gain Weight Without Raising Cholesterol

To gain weight, you must take in more calories than you burn through activity. While this may seem easy, the key to gaining weight healthily and without raising cholesterol is to increase your intake of healthy foods while remaining active and avoiding foods high in trans and saturated fats.

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