Cholesterol What is cholesterol Cholesterol is a white waxy fatty substance - Description

It is made in the liver and released into the bloodstream You can also get cholesterol from the food you eat It is important to get your cholesterol checked and learn how to manage your cholesterol The different types of cholesterol HDL Highdensity ID: 28364 Download Pdf

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