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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 11 Apr 2023
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.
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
One must drink alcohol in moderation as it is one of the major reasons for unexplained high cholesterol along with unhealthy foods. Also, exercise for 5 days a week so that cholesterol levels are in check.
Yes, high triglyceride levels may make you susceptible to coronary heart diseases and strokes. Hence, its advised to show to a doctor and change lifestyle habits to prevent heart diseases and acute pancreatitis.
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