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 Cholesterol Is Not a Disease in Itself Cholesterol is a fat-like substance produced by the liver within the body. It is a vital component of the cells found in human blood. Cholesterol is essential for the formation of healthy cells, Vitamin D, and various hormones—such as estrogen , progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, and aldosterone—as well as for the digestive process. An appropriate level of cholesterol is necessary for the body to perform various physiological functions. The mere presence of cholesterol in the body is not a danger; however, when cholesterol levels rise, the risk of chronic conditions, such as heart disease , increases. What happens when cholesterol levels are high? How can it be controlled? Why do cholesterol levels rise? Factors such as genetics, an unhealthy lifestyle, excessive consumption of processed (factory-produced) foods, obesity, and pre-existing heart disease can lead to high cholesterol. Elevated cholesterol levels can cause blockages in blood ...

Cholesterol itself is not a disease A fat-like substance produced by the liver in the body is called cholesterol. Cholesterol is a very important part of human blood cells.