LDL Cholesterol Definition

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noun
A lipoprotein with a relatively high concentration of lipids and low concentration of protein that incorporates cholesterol and transports it to cells. High levels are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease.
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LDL Cholesterol Sentence Examples

  • Pharmacological doses of n-3 fatty acids can lower triglyceride levels but have also been shown to raise LDL cholesterol levels in people with diabetes.

  • Results Soluble fiber from oat products, psyllium, pectin and guar gum lowered total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol by a small amount.

  • Such products are enriched with plant derived sterols or stanols, which can lower LDL-cholesterol.

  • Evening statin, and higher dose, were associated with lower total and LDL-cholesterol.

  • Acai's monosaturated fats, similar to that found in olives and other plant-based foods, raise HDL cholesterol while lowering LDL cholesterol.

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