chart of good and bad cholesterol
Not all cholesterol is bad for the body. There are two types of cholesterol-HDL (High Density Lipoprotein or good cholesterol) and LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein or bad cholesterol).While LDL causes blockage in arteries, HDL helps transport triglycerides to the liver for excretion.ecommended level of good cholesterol is 1.55 mmol/L and above. The recommended level of LDL (bad cholesterol) is 2.6 mmol/L or lower. Sources. Sources of HDL include onions and Omega-3 fatty acids like flax oil, fish, foods rich in fibre like grains, oats, bran etc.