Anti-cholesterol
Anti-cholesterol
Anti-cholesterol (pronounced an-tee-koh-les-ter-ol) refers to any substance or method that is used to lower the levels of cholesterol in the body. The term is derived from the Greek words 'anti' meaning against, and 'chole' meaning bile, and 'stereos' meaning solid, referring to the fatty substance in the body.
Overview
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that's found in all the cells in your body. While the body needs some cholesterol to function properly, having too much cholesterol in the blood can lead to health issues such as heart disease and stroke. Anti-cholesterol methods aim to reduce these levels and maintain a healthy balance.
Types of Anti-cholesterol
There are several types of anti-cholesterol methods, including:
- Statins: These are drugs that can lower your cholesterol. They work by blocking a substance your body needs to make cholesterol.
- Bile acid sequestrants: These drugs lower your cholesterol by binding with bile acids in your intestines, which your body uses to make cholesterol.
- Cholesterol absorption inhibitors: These drugs lower your cholesterol by reducing the amount that is absorbed by your intestines.
- Lifestyle changes: This includes changes in diet, exercise, and other habits that can help lower cholesterol levels.
Related Terms
- Hypercholesterolemia: This is a condition characterized by very high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
- Hypolipidemic agents: These are drugs that lower lipid levels in the blood.
- Lipid profile: This is a group of tests that are often ordered together to determine risk of coronary heart disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anti-cholesterol
- Wikipedia's article - Anti-cholesterol
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