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High blood cholesterol, a condition commonly affecting adults, is occasionally diagnosed in children. It is linked to several risk factors such as heredity, diet, and obesity. Too much cholesterol in the bloodstreams may lead to plaque build-up in the arteries, which can narrow or block blood supply to the heart, causing several heart problems.

Top Resources on High Cholesterol in Children

• American Heart Association: Cholesterol and Atherosclerosis in Children
• WebMD: High Cholesterol: High Cholesterol in Children
• Cleveland Clinic: High Cholesterol in Children
• eMedicine Health: Cholesterol and Children
• KidsHealth: Cholesterol and Your Child
• Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center: Hyperlipidemia / Cholesterol Problems in Children
• The Children's Hospital: Cholesterol and Your Child
• CardiologyChannel: Nutrition for Children

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