Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a chemical that is made in the liver from fatty foods that you eat. A certain amount of cholesterol is present in the bloodstream.

You need some cholesterol to keep healthy. However, if you have a high blood cholesterol level, you have an increased risk of developing heart diseases such as angina and heart attacks, stroke, transient ischaemic attack.

Cholesterol - A Summary

Cholesterol - Patient Information Leaflet

Cholesterol And Lipid Lowering Diet

Statins (Cholesterol Lowering Medicines)