Cholesterol – Is It Such A Hazard To Health?

Thursday 6th June 2024, 10am to 11.30am This talk from Brian Isbell explores the structure of cholesterol and the health implications of this substance. It will cover: Cholesterol’s essential role in the body as a precursor of the body’s hormones, bile salts, vitamin D and a component of cell membranes Optimum blood cholesterol levels Healthy foods with high cholesterol and high cholesterol foods to avoid Plant sterols to reduce cholesterol levels Health benefits and complications of statins

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Cholesterol – Is It Such A Hazard To Health?

  • Thursday 6th June 2024, 10am to 11.30am

    This talk from Brian Isbell explores the structure of cholesterol and the health implications of this substance. It will cover:

    • Cholesterol’s essential role in the body as a precursor of the body’s hormones, bile salts, vitamin D and a component of cell membranes
    • Optimum blood cholesterol levels
    • Healthy foods with high cholesterol and high cholesterol foods to avoid
    • Plant sterols to reduce cholesterol levels
    • Health benefits and complications of statins