What are LDLs (low-density lipoproteins)?
This type of cholesterol is commonly called “bad” cholesterol. Research claims that it can contribute to the formation of plaque build up in the arteries, known as atherosclerosis. What are HDLs (high-density lipoproteins)? This type of cholesterol is known as “good” cholesterol, and is a type of fat in the blood that helps to remove cholesterol from the blood, preventing the fatty build up and formation of plaque . What are triglycerides? Triglycerides are another class of fat found in the bloodstream. The bulk of your body fat tissue is in the form of triglycerides. The link between triglycerides and heart disease is under clinical investigation. However, many people with high triglyceride levels also have other risk factors such as high LDL levels or low HDL levels. What causes elevated triglyceride levels? Elevated triglyceride levels have been associated with diabetes, hypothyroidism, kidney disease, liver disease, and Syndrome X. Other causes of elevated triglyceride levels may i
