Research Notes on LDL and HDL Cholesterol
Lipoproteins are substances that transport cholesterol to different parts of the body. Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) carry cholesterol and triglycerides from the liver to tissues throughout the body, while high-density lipoproteins (HDL) pick up excess cholesterol and fatty acids from the body's tissues and carry them to the liver. Based on their functions, LDL and HDL are also called 'bad' cholesterol and 'good' cholesterol, respectively.
Top Resources on LDL and HDL Cholesterol
- American Heart Association: LDL and HDL Cholesterol: What's Bad And What's Good?
- Wikipedia: Low-Density Lipoprotein | High-Density Lipoprotein
- Genetics Home Reference: Low Density Lipoproteins | High Density Lipoproteins
- familydoctor.org: Are There Different Types Of Cholesterol?
- eMedTV: Types of Cholesterol | LDL | HDL
- Cleveland Clinic (via WebMD): High Cholesterol: Cholesterol Basics
- Mayo Clinic: HDL Cholesterol: How To Boost Your 'Good' Cholesterol
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