LDL
noun
: a lipoprotein of blood plasma that is composed of a moderate proportion of protein with little triglyceride and a high proportion of cholesterol and that is associated with increased probability of developing atherosclerosis : bad cholesterol compare hdl
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For example, soluble, non-fermentable, gel-forming fiber supplements like this psyllium husk can help lower LDL cholesterol levels and heart disease risk.
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Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2024
As a bonus, psyllium has demonstrated benefits for blood sugar control and lower LDL cholesterol.12
Unlike some other psyllium products on the market, Konsyl’s ground psyllium husk is free of sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners, which can cause digestive discomfort for some people.
—Suzanne Finkel, Verywell Health, 25 Mar. 2024
The researchers reported that fenugreek lowered LDL and raised HDL cholesterol.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 24 Mar. 2024
However, in transit, the cholesterol contained in LDL can be prematurely deposited in the arterial wall, promoting clogging.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 29 Feb. 2024
Doctors began using niacin to treat patients with high cardiovascular risk and to lower low-density lipoproteins (LDL) cholesterol, but more recent studies found the vitamin offered disappointing results.
—Arianna Johnson, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
For most people, LDL should be below 100 mg/dL — the lower, the better.
—Knvul Sheikh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Feb. 2024
Three patients, however, were given higher doses — and their LDL cholesterol levels were reduced by more than half.
—Erika Edwards, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2023
For example, efforts should be made to lower LDL to a target level with cholesterol-lowering medications, according to Juraschek.
—ABC News, 1 Feb. 2024
Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2024
As a bonus, psyllium has demonstrated benefits for blood sugar control and lower LDL cholesterol.12
Unlike some other psyllium products on the market, Konsyl’s ground psyllium husk is free of sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners, which can cause digestive discomfort for some people.
—Suzanne Finkel, Verywell Health, 25 Mar. 2024
The researchers reported that fenugreek lowered LDL and raised HDL cholesterol.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health, 24 Mar. 2024
However, in transit, the cholesterol contained in LDL can be prematurely deposited in the arterial wall, promoting clogging.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 29 Feb. 2024
Doctors began using niacin to treat patients with high cardiovascular risk and to lower low-density lipoproteins (LDL) cholesterol, but more recent studies found the vitamin offered disappointing results.
—Arianna Johnson, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
For most people, LDL should be below 100 mg/dL — the lower, the better.
—Knvul Sheikh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Feb. 2024
Three patients, however, were given higher doses — and their LDL cholesterol levels were reduced by more than half.
—Erika Edwards, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2023
For example, efforts should be made to lower LDL to a target level with cholesterol-lowering medications, according to Juraschek.
—ABC News, 1 Feb. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
low-density lipoprotein
First Known Use
1962, in the meaning defined above
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LDL
noun
: a lipoprotein of blood plasma that is composed of a moderate proportion of protein with little triglyceride and a high proportion of cholesterol and that is associated with increased probability of developing atherosclerosis
called also bad cholesterol, beta-lipoprotein, low-density lipoprotein
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