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Early signs of high cholesterol in women

Cholesterol is a type of fat (lipid) that is necessary for the body, participating in the process of creating cell membranes, producing hormones and supporting fat digestion. In the blood, cholesterol exists in two main forms: When LDL levels increase or HDL levels decrease, high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) will occur. This is a leading risk factor …

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The foods that help your body manage cholesterol better

Cholesterol is an essential component in the body, participating in the structure of cell membranes, producing hormones and vitamin D. However, when the amount of “bad cholesterol” LDL exceeds the allowable level, it will accumulate in the artery wall, forming atherosclerotic plaques and narrowing the lumen. As a result, blood circulation is poor, the risk …

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Why are women more susceptible to high cholesterol

High cholesterol, a condition in which the blood contains too much of a type of fat called cholesterol, is a major health concern for everyone. However, in women, there are specific biological and lifestyle factors that can increase the risk of the disease, and affect how it is controlled. In women, high cholesterol is not …

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What really happens when soluble fiber lowers cholesterol

Soluble fiber is not only good for digestion but also plays an important role in controlling blood cholesterol, especially reducing LDL (bad cholesterol). In addition, this type of fiber also helps control blood sugar in diabetics, improves some digestive disorders and reduces the risk of certain types of cancer. You can supplement soluble fiber from …

How does high cholesterol cause heart attacks

How does high cholesterol cause heart attacks

Cholesterol is a type of fat that is necessary for the body, participating in the structure of cell membranes, hormone production and vitamin D. However, when the concentration of cholesterol in the blood exceeds the necessary level (especially LDL – bad), it becomes the leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease. People with high cholesterol are …

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How does cholesterol increase in the body

Cholesterol is a lubricant found in blood cells. It works by producing hormones, maintaining the health of cells in the body. Due to unhealthy or sedentary lifestyle, cholesterol is rampant. If not controlled in time, it can lead to cardiovascular diseases. You should know that cholesterol is a fat stored inside the body, providing energy …

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5 subtle body signals that may point to high cholesterol

High cholesterol rarely causes pain or dramatic symptoms in the early stages. Many women only find out when complications have occurred, such as a heart attack, a stroke, or unexpected test results. But in fact, women’s bodies always know how to send signals to the outside world, it’s just that sometimes we’re too busy to …

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Relaxation and its effect on blood pressure and nerves

Blood pressure refers to the force your blood places on the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps it through your body. It is recorded using two numbers: Systolic pressure: the highest pressure in the arteries when the heart contracts. Diastolic pressure: the lowest pressure when the heart is at rest between beats. The …

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Move better to sleep deeper and lower blood pressure

Deep sleep and stable blood pressure are two important factors that help maintain cardiovascular health and improve the quality of life. Exercise not only helps regulate blood pressure but also helps improve natural sleep, reduce insomnia and related health problems. What are the best exercises to help sleep well and control blood pressure? Here are …

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Missed your blood pressure pill? Here is what actually matters

High blood pressure is not simply a higher than normal number on the measuring device. It is a condition in which the pressure of blood against the artery walls increases over time, causing damage to the blood vessels, heart, brain, kidneys and many other organs. To prevent complications, most patients need to take medication every …