HDL
noun
: a lipoprotein of blood plasma that is composed of a high proportion of protein with little triglyceride and cholesterol and that is correlated with reduced risk of atherosclerosis : good cholesterol compare ldl
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Those who regularly consumed whole grains had increased their high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.
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Cynthia Sass, Health, 5 Nov. 2025
Older beta-blockers and high-dose diuretics may slightly raise LDL cholesterol and lower HDL cholesterol.
—Jennifer Moll, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 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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Cynthia Sass, Health, 5 Nov. 2025
Older beta-blockers and high-dose diuretics may slightly raise LDL cholesterol and lower HDL cholesterol.
—Jennifer Moll, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 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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“HDL.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/HDL. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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