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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The latest study revealed that a certain protein is activated by high cholesterol intake and as a result, makes fewer LDL receptors able to do their job. Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2026 High blood pressure, high cholesterol, and kidney dysfunction may be invisible, but screening at an annual checkup can sound the alarm. Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 15 July 2026 Modern medicine Researchers have studied the use of the berry in treatments involving the liver, heart, eyes, and immune system, as well as in treating and preventing diabetes, high cholesterol levels, and heart disease. Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 July 2026 Exposure to these forever chemicals is linked to cancer, birth defects and high cholesterol. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 10 July 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 16 Jul. 2026.

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