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Cholesterol
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A waxy substance the body makes and also takes in from animal foods such as eggs, shellfish, meat, and dairy; it is a building block for cells and certain hormones.
Commonly noted
- Commonly noted
- Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in every cell; the body makes what it uses and also takes some in from animal foods such as eggs, shellfish, meat, and dairy, and it serves as a building block for cell membranes, vitamin D, and certain hormones.
- Higher intake
- Dietary cholesterol and, more strongly, saturated fat are commonly discussed in relation to blood cholesterol levels; responses vary from person to person.
Source: MedlinePlus
Commonly found in
Cheese
Butter
Eggs
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