Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in many parts of the body.
In many ways, cholesterol is the Jekyll and Hyde of the body. Cholesterol has a good side because it is needed for certain important body functions including digesting dietary fats, making hormones, building cell walls and other important processes. For many individuals cholesterol also has an evil side. When present in excessive amounts, it can injure blood vessels, which may eventually cause heart attacks and stroke. No. 1 killer, and many times people are not aware that they are at risk until it is too late.