What you need to know about cholesterol
This article explains the biological origins of cholesterol, noting that the human liver produces 75 percent of the body's supply while the remainder comes from dietary intake. It clarifies common misconceptions about the substance's relationship with food.
Why it matters
Public health education regarding cholesterol is vital for managing cardiovascular health and dispelling dietary myths.
Generally cholesterol is associated with fatty foods, but most of the waxy substance is made by the human body. The liver produces 75 percent of the cholesterol that circulates in our blood. The other 25 percent comes from food. At normal levels, cho... [9474 chars]
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