What Is Dyslipidemia?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
3. What Is the Difference Between LDL and HDL Cholesterol?
There are two main components to the cholesterol in your blood: high-density lipoproteins (HDL) and low-density lipoproteins (LDL). Many people refer to HDL as the good form of cholesterol and LDL as the bad one.
HDL helps regulate overall lipid levels. It transports cholesterol to your liver where it can be expelled from the body. That means there is less left within your arteries.
On the other hand, LDL deposits cholesterol in your arteries where it can lead to plaque buildup. Hardening of arteries, oxygen deprivation and blood clots, possibly leading to a stroke or heart attack, are commonly caused by plaque accumulations.
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