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People see cholesterol as some sort of plague. But in reality cholesterol finds a place in our liver generated by our body. It plays a vital role to make our body to function normally.

Side effects occur when the cholesterol level goes high. The body will undergo many changes resulting in health problems. You have to take necessary steps to prevent high cholesterol.

The liver generates the cholesterol which is like a fat or a waxy steroid. One can see it the outer layer of our body’s cells and it is responsible for the health of cell membranes, it also produces bile and hormones with estrogen and progesterone and other suc h things.

High cholesterol is really harmful to health and it causes new diseases to grow in our body. The problems that may result are,

Atherosclerosis – a state which hardens and narrows the arteries. Coronary heart disease – arteries malfunction and prevents the oxygen and blood flow to the heart. Heart attack – The muscles of the heart die due to insufficient supply of blood and oxygen. Angina – Chest pain because of blood under minimum level. Stroke – Problems in brain’s blood vessel resulting in a small loss of speech and movement.

You will be able to feel the high cholesterol level if it is there in your body. Due to high cholesterol the blood vessels shrink inside the leg and pose heavy pain at the time when you perform any exercise.

Some of the other symptoms would be your narrowed coronary arteries, clots in blood and many other which can be identified in consult with a doctor.

You should always keep track of your cholesterol level to maintain a good health. Some of the following points help you to maintain a good health and also to reduce your bad cholesterol level: Exercise regularly Eat fruits, vegetables and whole grains which have a rich content of antioxidants. Avoid red meat and sweet food which have a rich content of saturated fats. Take proper rest and relax to prevent from stress. Don’t smoke and avoid drinking alcohol. Maintain a necessary weight.

Before losing control treat your bad cholesterol level immediately to stay healthy with a long life.

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