Is all cholesterol bad for you? Doctors explain how it really impacts your health
Medical experts are clarifying the role of cholesterol in human health, noting that not all types are harmful. While LDL cholesterol can increase stroke risk, HDL is essential for maintaining healthy bodily functions.
Why it matters
Correcting misconceptions about cholesterol helps individuals better manage their cardiovascular health and understand medical advice.
Experts say not all cholesterol is bad; in fact, your body needs it for various functions
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Many people think all cholesterol is bad, but that is not the case.
With so many conflicting messages and advice out there, it can be hard to make sense of it all. So experts have broken down the essentials: what cholesterol is, how it can impact our health and what can help.
Whether you’ve been told you have high cholesterol or you’re just curious about what’s going on inside your body, here’s what you need to know:
Ruth Goss, a senior cardiac nurse at the British Heart Foundation , explains “ cholesterol is used by all the cells in your body to keep them healthy”.
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