High Cholesterol Causes
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10. Excessive Alcohol Consumption
Alcohol doesn't contribute to cholesterol levels the way some foods do, because it contains no cholesterol. Yet, alcohol consumption can impair the way the body removes excess cholesterol. This is due to the impact too much liquor can have on the liver.
High sugar content in some alcoholic drinks can also boost cholesterol levels. Too much sugar promotes increased levels of bad cholesterol and decreases HDL formation. Excessive alcohol consumption also contributes to weight gain, leading to obesity, another high cholesterol risk factor.
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