Author Question: Explain the difference between HDL-cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol and the long-term effects each ... (Read 31 times)

lb_gilbert · **on:** Aug 21, 2018

Explain the difference between HDL-cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol and the long-term effects each has on the risk of heart disease.

Question 2

A vegetarian diet that is based on soy milk and foods, fiber, oat bran, almonds, plant sterols, vegetables, and fruits is viewed as one way to dramatically lower ___________________ _ cholesterol.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Carissamariew · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

HDL cholesterol is largely made up of protein while LDL cholesterol is largely made up of cholesterol and triglycerides. HDL cholesterol helps remove cholesterol from the blood and carries cholesterol to the liver for its eventual excretion from the body, reducing total blood cholesterol and providing protection from heart disease. LDL cholesterol can be incorporated into artery plaque and can lead to atherosclerosis and heart disease.

Answer to Question 2

LDL