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  2. High-density lipoprotein - Wikipedia

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    Those with higher levels of HDL-C tend to have fewer problems with cardiovascular diseases, while those with low HDL-C cholesterol levels (especially less than 40 mg/dL or about 1 mmol/L) have increased rates for heart disease. [8] [needs update] Higher native HDL levels are correlated with lowered risk of cardiovascular disease in healthy people.

  3. Dyslipidemia: What Happens When Your Blood Fat Levels ... - AOL

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    High total cholesterol (the sum of your LDL, HDL, and half your triglyceride levels) High LDL cholesterol is the most common type of dyslipidemia; it’s also known as hyperlipidemia or simply ...

  4. The #1 Habit to Start Now to Lower Your Cholesterol ...

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    According to the AHA, carrying extra weight is linked to higher LDL and lower HDL cholesterol levels. Losing 5% to 10% of your body weight can significantly improve your heart health.

  5. Dyslipidemia - Wikipedia

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    Other functions of HDL-C is promoting cardiovascular health such as antioxidation effects, protection against thrombosis, maintenance of endothelial function, and maintaining low blood viscosity. [1] Due to the positive functions of HDL cholesterol, a low level indicates dyslipidemia and is a risk factor for complications. [1]

  6. Blood lipids - Wikipedia

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    Standard chemistry panels typically include total triglyceride, LDL and HDL levels in the blood. Measuring the concentration of sd-LDL is expensive. However, since it is produced from VLDL, it can be inferred indirectly by estimating VLDL levels in the blood.

  7. 'Good' cholesterol levels may increase dementia risk

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    High HDL cholesterol levels can stiffen veins and arteries. This impact on the cardiovascular system is a key way high levels of HDL cholesterol may increase risk of cognitive impairment ...

  8. Cholesterol - Wikipedia

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    Elevated levels of the lipoprotein fractions, LDL, IDL and VLDL, rather than the total cholesterol level, correlate with the extent and progress of atherosclerosis. [77] Conversely, the total cholesterol can be within normal limits, yet be made up primarily of small LDL and small HDL particles, under which conditions atheroma growth rates are high.

  9. Dyslipidemia: What It Is & How to Treat It - AOL

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    High total cholesterol (the sum of your LDL, HDL, and half your triglyceride levels) High LDL cholesterol is the most common type of dyslipidemia; it’s also known as hyperlipidemia or simply ...