Posts Tagged ‘blood clot’

• We all know that high cholesterol is bad. It can lead to artery plaque
• Coronary atherosclerosis is a condition where there are fatty deposits inside your arteries. This makes the arteries harden and could cause a blood clot
• If you control your blood pressure it could help you avoid this condition

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Cardiovascular Problems17 Nov 2008

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• There are three groups of cholesterol: LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol and triglycerides
• Cholesterol is a fat-like, waxy substance found in most animal products. Our body needs cholesterol to produce hormones and to manufacture Vitamin D
• When cholesterol is left in our arteries, it can lead to artery plaque, poor blood circulation, blood clots and a heart attack
• Causes of high LDL: being overweight, genetics and being overweight

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Bad Cholesterol Levels16 Nov 2008

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• Smoking can dramatically increase your risk factors for heart disease
• HDL cholesterol transports excess cholesterol through our bodies
• Stopping smoking will improve blood circulation and help decrease your risk of blood clots and coronary heart disease

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Drinking and Smoking14 Nov 2008

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