Link Between High Cholesterol and Heart Disease - Access Health Care Physicians, LLC.pptx
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Cholesterol, essential for hormone and cell production, comes in two types: low-density lipoprotein (LDL), known as 'bad cholesterol,' and high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or 'good cholesterol.' High LDL levels increase the risk of heart disease and stroke, while higher HDL levels lower such risks. It is crucial for individuals, particularly women, to monitor cholesterol levels and maintain heart health through lifestyle modifications and regular check-ups.
Link Between High Cholesterol and Heart Disease - Access Health Care Physicians, LLC.pptx
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- 2. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that plays essential roles in the body. Your body uses it to create hormones, cells, and other essential substances such as vitamin D and bile (a fluid that aids in digestion). There are several dangers associated with high cholesterol.
- 3. Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) is a type of cholesterol found in the blood. It is often referred to as "bad cholesterol" because high levels of LDL can lead to a buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Known as "good" cholesterol, HDL assists in removing extra cholesterol from the arteries and delivering it to the liver for processing before being eliminated from the body. A lower risk of heart disease is associated with higher HDL levels. LOW-DENSITY LIPOPROTEIN (LDL) HIGH-DENSITY LIPOPROTEIN (HDL)
- 4. Total Cholesterol: Less than 200 mg/dL LDL Cholesterol: Less than 100 mg/dL HDL Cholesterol: 50 mg/dL Triglycerides: Less than 150 mg/dL Hypercholesterolemia, or dyslipidemia, is characterized by high amounts of cholesterol. A person's risk of heart disease may increase if their HDL cholesterol level is too low and their LDL cholesterol level is higher than average.
- 5. There are many differences between how cholesterol impacts the risk of heart disease in men and women. Compared to men, women often have higher amounts of HDL cholesterol, which may provide some protection from heart disease. 01 These modifications emphasize the value of routine cholesterol testing and heart health evaluations for women, especially during and after menopause. It is therefore important to stay in regular touch with your primary care doctor. 02
- 6. Some of the signs of heart disease in women that you should look out for include: • Chest Pain or Discomfort • Pain in Other Upper Body Areas • Shortness of Breath • Nausea and Dizziness • Unexplained Fatigue • Sleep Disturbances
- 8. 1. HEALTHY DIET 2. REGULAR PHYSICAL ACTIVITY 3. QUIT SMOKING 4. WEIGHT MANAGEMENT 5. STRESS REDUCTION
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