How Cholesterol Affects Your Body (And How to Control It)

Cholesterol isn’t always the villain it’s made out to be. In fact, your body needs it to build hormones, make vitamin D, and keep cells healthy. The real danger isn’t cholesterol itself — it’s the imbalance between “good” (HDL) and “bad” (LDL) cholesterol.

In this video, we’ll break down:
✅ What cholesterol really is and why it matters
✅ The difference between LDL (bad) and HDL (good) cholesterol
✅ How high cholesterol silently increases your risk of heart disease, stroke, and peripheral artery disease
✅ How cholesterol is measured with a lipid panel (total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides)
✅ Simple lifestyle changes to lower cholesterol naturally
✅ When medications like statins, ezetimibe, or PCSK9 inhibitors may be needed

Remember — high cholesterol often has no symptoms. A blood test is the only way to know your levels. By taking action now, you can protect your heart and lower your risk of serious complications.

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