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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Eating walnuts has been shown to help lower total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglyceride levels, which can lower heart disease risk.
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 Oct. 2025
Key Takeaways Eating one to two apples daily may help lower total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2025
In 2024, the Lancet Commission added vision loss and high LDL cholesterol to its list of 12 modifiable risk factors that can prevent up to 45% of dementia cases.
—Arianna Huffington, Time, 1 Oct. 2025
Omega-3 fatty acids lower blood pressure and inflammation and improve HDL and LDL cholesterol.
—Chrystle Fiedler, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
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Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 Oct. 2025
Key Takeaways Eating one to two apples daily may help lower total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2025
In 2024, the Lancet Commission added vision loss and high LDL cholesterol to its list of 12 modifiable risk factors that can prevent up to 45% of dementia cases.
—Arianna Huffington, Time, 1 Oct. 2025
Omega-3 fatty acids lower blood pressure and inflammation and improve HDL and LDL cholesterol.
—Chrystle Fiedler, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
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“LDL.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/LDL. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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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
compare hdl, vldlLove words? Need even more definitions?
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