n. a white; crystalline sterol; CHOH; found esp. in animal fats; blood; nerve tissue; and bile; a precursor of steroid hormonesand; if present in the blood in excessive amounts; a factor in atherosclerosis
My father is trying to lower his cholesterol.
My father is trying to lower his cholesterol.
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Eating foods with monounsaturated fats improves blood cholesterol levels.
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Phytochemicals can help keep cholesterol down.
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The buildup of cholesterol can lead to hardening of the arteries.
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cho-les-ter-ol
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