Cholesterol Flashcards
1
Q
Define HDL
A
High density lipoprotein
2
Q
Define LDL
A
Low density lipoprotein
3
Q
What is cholesterol
A
A type of fat that is produced by your liver
4
Q
What do HDL’s do
A
Remove cholesterol from your blood
Removes build ups in your arteries
Found in saturated fats
5
Q
What do LDL’s do
A
Puts cholesterol into your blood
These block your arteries
Found in saturated fats
