Hdl Synonyms

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A lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood; composed of a high proportion of protein and relatively little cholesterol; high levels are thought to be associated with decreased risk of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. high-density-lipoprotein
  2. alpha-lipoprotein

Hdl Sentence Examples

  • Acai's monosaturated fats, similar to that found in olives and other plant-based foods, raise HDL cholesterol while lowering LDL cholesterol.

  • However, studies have shown that dietary cholesterol also increases HDL cholesterol which may protect against coronary heart disease.

  • That is, your total cholesterol divided by your HDL cholesterol.

  • They also have moderate effects on increasing high-density lipoprotein (HDL) concentration and reducing serum triglycerides.

  • One caveat, tho, is that lipoprotein lipase and HDL production are probably subject to genetic control.

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