Apoproteins: proteins that combine with lipids to make them dissolve in the bloodCholesterol: a type of lipid used by your body to build cells and certain hormones. It is found only in foods derived from animal sourcesFatty acids: also called “fats,” they occur in several forms in the foods you eat. Different fatty acids have different effects on your lipid profile HDL cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein cholesterol): a combination of about 50 percent apoproteins and 20 percent cholesterol. HDL tends to help remove excess cholesterol from your blood\LDL cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein cholesterol): a combination of about 25 percent apoproteins and 45 percent cholesterol. LDL provides cholesterol for necessary body functions, but in excessive amounts it promotes cholesterol accumulation in artery walls Lipids: a general term referring to fats (cholesterol and triglycerides) circulating in the bloodstreamthe amount of various lipids in yourLipid profile: bloodstreamLipoproteins: lipids combined with apoproteins Triglycerides a type of lipid used by your body as a source of energy. Most triglycerides are transported through your bloodstream as a very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL). Some cholesterol is also present in VLDL.*237\252\8*
MINI-GLOSSARY OF CHOLESTEROL-RELATED TERMS
Posted: July 3rd, 2011 under Cardio & Blood-Cholesterol.
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