What is high total cholesterol

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Now that the living standard has improved, there are more and more obese people. The total cholesterol content in many people's bodies is on the high side. Let's share the knowledge about high total cholesterol.

What is high total cholesterol

First of all, total cholesterol refers to the total cholesterol of all lipoprotein in the blood. The high total cholesterol indicates that the human liver and lung begin to have substantial lesions. The level of total cholesterol in population mainly depends on genetic factors and lifestyle.

The liver is the main organ for synthesis and storage. Cholesterol is an important raw material for the synthesis of adrenocortical hormone, sex hormone, bile acid and vitamin D. It is also the main component of cell membrane. Its serum concentration can be used as an indicator of lipid metabolism.

Finally, the test of total cholesterol belongs to blood lipid, which refers to the fat in human plasma, including triglycerides (also known as neutral fat), cholesterol and free fatty acids. Because these fats are mostly insoluble in water, so in the blood, they mostly combine with protein to produce lipoprotein. In life, obese people will have higher total cholesterol content, so obese people should pay attention to it.

matters needing attention

People with high total cholesterol should not eat stimulating food, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, drink more water, keep a good sleep habit, pay attention to bed rest, keep a good mood and don't eat greasy food.