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Can high cholesterol cause headaches? If so, how?

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Can high cholesterol cause headaches? If so, how?

The blockage of vessels around the head and near the neck causes headaches and stiffness. This is because blood vessels are clogged by the cholesterol plaque. If this is left unchecked, the blood vessels can rupture and cause a stroke.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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What do cholesterol levels mean?

Cholesterol levels simply signify that there are lipids circulating in the blood and they are making you susceptible to heart diseases.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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How to control my blood pressure and high cholesterol level?

You are recommended to brisk walk daily for atleast 20 mins and consume food which are less in salt and harmful fats.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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How does LDL cause hypertension and diabetes?

Too much LDL ('bad') cholesterol in your bloodstream can form plaque on damaged artery walls. Once there is too much strain on the heart to pump blood then it leads to the onset of hypertension. Few research suggests that it also affects the pancreas hence it can also lead to diabetes.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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What causes high blood pressure and cholesterol?

Cholesterol plaque and calcium cause your arteries to become hard and narrow. Hence, its puts strain in the walls to pump blood through them. As a result, your blood pressure becomes too high. High blood pressure and high cholesterol are two of the biggest causes of heart disease

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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How can I lower my lipid profile naturally?

You are recommended to brisk walk daily for atleast 20 mins and consume food which are less in salt and harmful fats.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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