Cholesterol

A waxy substance found in your body that forms an important component in the production of hormones e.g. vitamin D and bile. Cholesterol plays an important role in the protection of nerves and the maintenance of cell structure integrity. Unfortunately, too high a level of cholesterol is detrimental to your health and can cause heart attacks or strokes.

Symptoms: asymptomatic.

Diagnosis & Treatment: see your doctor for a fasting lipogram.