Doctors give 3 simple changes to lower cholesterol quickly before medication is needed
Experts have shed light on the dangers of high cholesterol and offered three simple steps to combat it. A study revealed that exposure to high or fluctuating cholesterol early in life could increase the risk of atherosclerosis, a condition characterised by the narrowing of arteries due to fatty deposits, which can lead to heart disease and strokes. Dr Oliver Guttmann, a consultant cardiologist at The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, explained: "Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood that is essential for building cells and producing certain hormones. The two main types of cholesterol are low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL)." Dr Guttmann added: "LDL is often called 'bad' cholesterol because high levels can lead to plaque build-up in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease. HDL, on the other hand, is known as 'good' cholesterol because it helps remove LDL from the bloodstream." In the...