| Bad cholesterol
The liver manufactures cholesterol (ko-LES-ter-all) at the precise rate required by the body. It's used to build important structures like cell membranes, hormones, and Vitamin D.
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| Children and cholesterol
It's rarely necessary to be concerned about cholesterol levels in children or adolescents before the age of 19. Instead, if potential cholesterol problems are an issue, the whole family may choose to participate in a heart-healthy diet.
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| Diet and cholesterol
Controlling intake of dietary fat, cholesterol, and excess calories can help lower blood cholesterol. Keeping blood cholesterol within reasonable medical guidelines is important, since high levels are often directly related to an increased risk of heart disease.
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| Good cholesterol
Cholesterol (ko-LES-ter-all) is a biological substance made by the liver. It's used throughout the body to insulate from cold, protect from injury, and build important structures like cell membranes, nerve cell coverings, hormones, and Vitamin D.
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