high cholesterol

noun

: too much cholesterol in one's blood
My doctor told me that high cholesterol can lead to serious medical problems such as heart attacks and strokes.

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In addition, some patients with high risk for heart disease are offered this test, such as those with high cholesterol, high blood pressure or a family history of heart disease. Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026 The President’s current medications Trump takes two medications, rosuvastatin and ezetimibe, to treat his history of high cholesterol, as well as daily aspirin to lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Rebecca Schneid, Time, 30 May 2026 And heart disease risk factors, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and obesity, are increasingly recognized as important risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease. Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 29 May 2026 Fiber supplements, like psyllium husk, can be helpful for certain people, especially those with conditions like high cholesterol or constipation. Jillian Kubala, Health, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for high cholesterol

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“High cholesterol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20cholesterol. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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