A term no longer used. Only some people with noninsulin-dependent diabetes take these pills. The body makes and needs some cholesterol. Too much cholesterol, however, may cause fat to build up in the walls of the larger arteries and cause a disease called atherosclerosis . Butter and egg yolks are examples of foods that have a lot of cholesterol.
Cholesterol is a lipid .
Chronic Present over a long period of time. Diabetes is an example of chronic disease. The flow of blood through the heart and blood vessels of the body. Clinical Trial A scientifically controlled study carried out in people, usually to test the effectiveness of a new treatment. Complications of Diabetes Harmful effects that may happen when a person has diabetes.