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YOUR GUIDE TO CONQUERING BAD CHOLESTEROL

It's easy to mistake cholesterol for a trendy health term. One day it's all anyone talks about until it eventually goes out of style again. However, it's much more important than that. Cholesterol is a naturally occurring molecule that your body uses to build cells and manufacture things like vitamins and essential hormones. However, when we eat high cholesterol foods, we run the risk of raising the overall cholesterol level in our bodies. In excess, cholesterol can be detrimental to your health.

There are two types of cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL). HDL is a good kind of cholesterol and may protect against heart attack and stroke. On the other hand, LDL is the dangerous kind of cholesterol that builds up in your arteries and leads to a condition called atherosclerosis. You see, cholesterol is a waxy substance in your blood, and when it attaches itself to the inside of your arteries, it begins to build up until it's so thick that your blood has very little space to squeeze through. These blocked arteries force your heart to work harder to distribute blood through your body.

To control your cholesterol levels, you have to understand its origin. A diet high in saturated fats or trans fats increases your risk of high cholesterol. These fats are consumed most often in meat and dairy and processed foods, respectively. Other factors that increase bad cholesterol are alcohol consumption, smoking, obesity, and age. The good news is, you can address high cholesterol with some simple diet and lifestyle changes.

If you're at all familiar with heart health, you won't be surprised by this information. A healthy diet and regular exercise are vital for preventing a variety of different cardiac conditions. And adopting these healthy habits can be fun! A heart-healthy diet includes lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, and plenty of water. It's simple, and if you're looking for inspiration, check out the Mediterranean diet. It's simple, delicious, and recommended by many cardiologists.

Finally, let's talk movement. Exercise is incredible for conquering your cholesterol because it increases your good cholesterol, which enables your body to eliminate bad cholesterol.

Don't feel pressured to work out at an extreme level. Exercise is whatever you want it to be. Walking around your neighborhood, working in your garden, and playing with your grandchildren are some of life's most fantastic forms of exercise. The only rule is that your heart rate rises, and your blood gets pumping. Whatever it takes to get you there is up to you!

There are a lot of things that happen in our lives that are out of our control. But fortunately, we have some control over our diet and exercise habits related to our heart health. If you're concerned about your cholesterol, speak with your doctor. The sooner you are treated, the better.

Adrienne Freeland is a freelance writer who specializes in helping business owners communicate more clearly. Using skills developed in her former career as a professional fundraiser, Adrienne collaborates with her clients to craft engaging, targeted content.