What causes bad cholesterol to develop in ones body?

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Dr Shaik Kalam

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Many different factors can contribute to high blood cholesterol which includes lifestyle factors like smoking, an unhealthy diet and lack of exercise and high blood pressure.

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Answered 24/07/2025

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