Cholesterol: meaning, definitions and examples

Same as above; this is to show it's the same word with no variation.

• High cholesterol can be managed with diet and exercise.
• Doctors recommend reducing cholesterol intake from foods high in saturated fats.

Scientific or medical discussions that encompass fats, oils, sterols, and other molecules. Can refer to fats in general or specific types of biological molecules.

• Lipid levels are an important part of your blood test.
• The doctor explained the role of lipids in cellular processes.

Discussions about diet and nutrition, specifically referring to substances in foods that can impact health and weight. It has a broader scope and can include unhealthy and healthy types.

• Foods high in fat can lead to weight gain.
• Avocados are a great source of healthy fat.

Specific discussions about 'bad' cholesterol, which can build up in your arteries and lead to heart disease. The term often carries a negative connotation.

• High levels of LDL cholesterol can increase your risk of heart attacks.
• Doctors suggest lowering your LDL cholesterol through diet changes.

Specific discussions about 'good' cholesterol, which helps remove other forms of cholesterol from the bloodstream.

• HDL cholesterol keeps your heart healthy.
• A higher HDL level is usually a good sign.