CHOLESTEROL QUIZ
 

ANSWERS
 

The Correct Answer: B) Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol

 

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, often called the "bad" cholesterol, is the main source of cholesterol buildup in the arteries. This buildup eventually leads to atherosclerosis — a narrowing of your arteries. Atherosclerosis is the underlying cause of heart attacks and strokes. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol protects against heart disease by carrying cholesterol out of the blood to the liver, from which it passes out of the body. The more HDL you have, the better. Abnormally low HDL is a major risk factor for heart disease.

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