Cholesterol is fat like substance that gets deposited on the arterial walls creating health hazards. Though cholesterol is required by our body for its normal functioning, but excess of it causes clogging of arteries. HDL (High Density Lipoprotein) cholesterol is called good cholesterol as it does not harm the body. Liver can eliminate this type of cholesterol and does not allow to get built up on arteries. However, it is the LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein) and the VLDL (Very Low Density Lipoprotein) cholesterol that impairs the normal body functioning and is called bad cholesterol. Trouble occurs when excess cholesterol from outside clog the arteries and restricts blood flow leading to heart diseases and stroke.

Some useful tips to lower bad cholesterol:

• Proper diet reduces bad cholesterol. Avoid fat in diet. Instead of butter, margarine can be a good supplement. Do not skip on breakfast, instead of eggs, ready-to-eat cereals help lower bad cholesterol. …Click here to read more