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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In one study, after consuming 3 grams (g) of oat beta-glucans daily, researchers saw a reduction in LDL cholesterol in participants.2
High magnesium, potassium, and iron levels in oats support cardiovascular function.
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Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Health, 16 July 2024
Some studies have even found that swapping quinoa for wheat may lead to significantly lower levels of total cholesterol, bad (LDL) cholesterol, and body weight.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 12 July 2024
That may result in lower LDL and higher HDL, as HDL helps transport LDL to the liver where it’s processed and excreted, Rohatgi says.
—Sarah Klein, TIME, 10 July 2024
This is the type of fat that can cause LDL cholesterol — the bad kind — to build up in your blood vessels, which also increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.
—Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2024
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Lauren Manaker Ms, Rdn, Health, 16 July 2024
Some studies have even found that swapping quinoa for wheat may lead to significantly lower levels of total cholesterol, bad (LDL) cholesterol, and body weight.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 12 July 2024
That may result in lower LDL and higher HDL, as HDL helps transport LDL to the liver where it’s processed and excreted, Rohatgi says.
—Sarah Klein, TIME, 10 July 2024
This is the type of fat that can cause LDL cholesterol — the bad kind — to build up in your blood vessels, which also increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.
—Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2024
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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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