What is the difference between "bad" cholesterol and "good" cholesterol?

in health •  7 years ago 

Cholesterol is an absolutely necessary chemical component. Without it, we simply could not exist. With the participation of cholesterol in the body, new cells are built, hormones are produced, vitamins are absorbed.

But "good" cholesterol remains only as long as its blood level is within safe limits. Should it exceed the boundary mark of 200-250 mg / dL (5.2-6.2 mmol / l), as a good helper, it turns into a pest. Entering the body from food, cholesterol penetrates into the blood, where it turns into serum cholesterol, which, in turn, is divided into "good" and "bad."

The former forms the so-called high-density lipoproteins. They clean the arteries. The second is formed from low density lipoproteins, which at the slightest excess clog the walls of the vessels with atherosclerotic plaques.

Authors get paid when people like you upvote their post.
If you enjoyed what you read here, create your account today and start earning FREE STEEM!
Sort Order:  

you are very correct.Cholesterol plays a very important role in the humaan body.

nice post :)