While the body needs cholesterol to function normally, it makes enough to meet all of its needs. But too much saturated fat and cholesterol in the food one eats raise the level of cholesterol in the blood. Over a period of years, extra cholesterol and fat in the blood are deposited in the inner walls of the arteries that supply blood to the heart. These deposits make the arteries narrower and narrower. As a result, less blood gets to the heart and the risk of coronary heart disease increases.
Cholesterol travels in the blood in packages called lipoproteins.
That is because HDL helps remove cholesterol from the blood, preventing it from piling up in the arteries. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.