{"id":1565,"date":"2026-02-02T08:11:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T08:11:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/?p=1565"},"modified":"2026-04-21T10:47:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T10:47:28","slug":"what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels","title":{"rendered":"What Are the Main Causes of High Cholesterol Levels?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High cholesterol is one of those health problems that slowly builds up without giving clear warnings. Most people don\u2019t even realize something is wrong until a blood test shows high numbers. And once it increases, it usually doesn\u2019t come down on its own if you ignore it. When doctors discuss high cholesterol, they don\u2019t blame just one habit or one wrong choice. Most of the time, it develops because of lifestyle, family background, and sometimes hidden health problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people believe high cholesterol only happens because of eating too much butter, ghee, or oily food. But the reality is much more complicated. Millions of people worldwide struggle with this issue, and it remains one of the biggest risk factors for heart attacks and strokes. Understanding what pushes cholesterol levels up is the first and most important step toward managing it properly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The purpose of this blog is to clearly explain the real reasons behind high cholesterol along with the <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/cholesterol\">causes of high cholesterol<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in simple language. It helps you understand which cholesterol problems you can handle on your own and which ones need a doctor\u2019s advice, so you can act on time.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#What_Is_High_Cholesterol\" >What Is High Cholesterol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#Main_Causes_of_High_Cholesterol\" >Main Causes of High Cholesterol<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#1_Unhealthy_Diet-Big_Reason_Behind_High_Cholesterol\" >1. Unhealthy Diet-Big Reason Behind High Cholesterol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#2_Lack_of_Physical_Activity_Messes_With_Cholesterol\" >2. Lack of Physical Activity Messes With Cholesterol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#3_Being_Overweight_or_Obese_Raises_Cholesterol_Risk\" >3. Being Overweight or Obese Raises Cholesterol Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#4_Genetics_and_Family_History\" >4. Genetics and Family History<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#5_Age_and_Sex_Influence_Cholesterol_Levels\" >5. Age and Sex Influence Cholesterol Levels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#6_Smoking_and_Drinking_Affect_Your_Cholesterol_Balance\" >6. Smoking and Drinking Affect Your Cholesterol Balance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#7_Medical_Conditions_That_Can_Push_Cholesterol_Up\" >7. Medical Conditions That Can Push Cholesterol Up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#8_Some_Medications_Can_Raise_Cholesterol\" >8. Some Medications Can Raise Cholesterol<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#1_What_is_a_normal_cholesterol_level\" >1. What is a normal cholesterol level?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#2_Does_high_cholesterol_show_any_symptoms\" >2. Does high cholesterol show any symptoms?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#3_Can_stress_increase_cholesterol_levels\" >3. Can stress increase cholesterol levels?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#4_How_often_should_I_check_my_cholesterol\" >4. How often should I check my cholesterol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/blog\/what-are-the-main-causes-of-high-cholesterol-levels\/#5_Can_exercise_alone_reduce_cholesterol\" >5. Can exercise alone reduce cholesterol?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_High_Cholesterol\"><\/span>What Is High Cholesterol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High cholesterol means an unhealthy rise of cholesterol in the bloodstream. Although it is needed for cell and hormone production, excess amounts are harmful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When LDL (bad cholesterol) increases, it starts sticking to the walls of blood vessels. Over time, this narrows the arteries and slows down blood flow. This increases the chances of developing heart problems, sudden cardiac events, and brain strokes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people with high cholesterol do not feel any symptoms. That\u2019s why it is often called a silent problem. It is usually detected only through a blood test.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In simple words, high cholesterol is a hidden condition that slowly damages your heart and blood vessels if not controlled on time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Causes_of_High_Cholesterol\"><\/span>Main Causes of High Cholesterol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High cholesterol does not happen because of just one reason. In most cases, it develops due to a mix of poor lifestyle habits, health conditions, and genetic factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding these causes helps you take the right steps to control your cholesterol and protect your heart in the long run.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Unhealthy_Diet-Big_Reason_Behind_High_Cholesterol\"><\/span>1. Unhealthy Diet-Big Reason Behind High Cholesterol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most obvious cholesterol problem is what you eat. Not all fats are evil, but certain fats definitely raise your bad cholesterol (LDL):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturated fats-found in fatty cuts of meat, full-fat dairy (butter, cheese, and cream), and many snacks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trans fats-These are the worst. They\u2019re in many fried foods, packaged snacks, and baked goods. Often labeled as \u201cpartially hydrogenated oils.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both raise LDL and lower HDL (\u201cgood cholesterol\u201d), setting the stage for artery buildup.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then there\u2019s sugar and refined carbs. Sure, sugar isn\u2019t technically cholesterol, but too much of it leads to fat production in the liver-and that can raise triglycerides and mess with cholesterol balance. So yes, diet is one of the biggest <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/mumbai-panvel\/blog\/what-causes-high-cholesterol-a-comprehensive-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>cholesterol causes<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can\u2019t ignore it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Lack_of_Physical_Activity_Messes_With_Cholesterol\"><\/span>2. Lack of Physical Activity Messes With Cholesterol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your lifestyle is mainly sitting-desk job, long drives, binge TV-that\u2019s a high cholesterol cause that quietly adds up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Exercise helps:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower LDL (bad cholesterol)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise HDL (good cholesterol)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve how your body uses fats<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even brisk walking for 30-40 minutes a day can push cholesterol in a healthier direction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Being_Overweight_or_Obese_Raises_Cholesterol_Risk\"><\/span>3. Being Overweight or Obese Raises Cholesterol Risk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra body weight, especially around the belly, isn\u2019t just about how you look-it\u2019s tied to metabolic changes that raise your LDL and triglycerides while lowering your HDL.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Fat cells, especially around the abdomen, release substances that make your body less sensitive to insulin and mess with lipid handling. This is one of the strongest cholesterol problems. Reducing just a small amount of body weight can bring noticeable improvement in cholesterol levels.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Genetics_and_Family_History\"><\/span>4. Genetics and Family History<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genes are messy. Some people eat well and still get high cholesterol because their bodies make more cholesterol or struggle to clear it out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Familial hypercholesterolemia is a genetic condition where LDL is very high even in young people. This is one of those cholesterol causes you can\u2019t control but absolutely must know about.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your parents or siblings have had high cholesterol or heart disease early in life, that\u2019s a big red flag.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Age_and_Sex_Influence_Cholesterol_Levels\"><\/span>5. Age and Sex Influence Cholesterol Levels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your cholesterol changes as you get older. Men often have higher cholesterol earlier in life, while women\u2019s cholesterol levels typically rise after menopause.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>That doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s hopeless-just that your body chemistry shifts with time, and that\u2019s one of the <strong>high cholesterol causes<\/strong> many people miss.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Smoking_and_Drinking_Affect_Your_Cholesterol_Balance\"><\/span>6. Smoking and Drinking Affect Your Cholesterol Balance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Smoking isn\u2019t just bad for lungs-it also:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lowers HDL (good cholesterol)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Damages artery walls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It makes bad cholesterol more likely to attach to blood vessel walls and block them.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol\u2019s effect is more complex: small amounts of alcohol might raise HDL, but most people don\u2019t stop at one drink. Heavy drinking raises triglycerides and liver stress-making cholesterol worse overall. So yes, smoking and heavy alcohol use are important <\/span><b>bad cholesterol causes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Medical_Conditions_That_Can_Push_Cholesterol_Up\"><\/span>7. Medical Conditions That Can Push Cholesterol Up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes something else in your body is driving that cholesterol higher:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes and insulin resistance-changes how your body handles fats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypothyroidism (low thyroid)-slows metabolism and fat processing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic kidney disease-slows elimination of harmful cholesterol particles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Liver disease-the liver makes and clears cholesterol<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are cholesterol causes that aren\u2019t just about eating fries and sitting too much. If you treat only diet and activity but ignore an underlying health issue, the cholesterol stubbornly stays high.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Some_Medications_Can_Raise_Cholesterol\"><\/span>8. Some Medications Can Raise Cholesterol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain medicines-like steroids, some diuretics, and even some HIV drugs-can push cholesterol higher. That doesn\u2019t mean you stop taking them, but it does mean you should talk to your doctor about monitoring and managing cholesterol if you\u2019re on long-term meds. At <strong>Jeena Sikho HiiMS Pune<\/strong>, specialists diagnose the actual cause of high cholesterol and suggest personalized treatment for better results.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning about the causes of high cholesterol gives you better control over your well-being. While a few causes can\u2019t be controlled, most of them are connected to your lifestyle. Small lifestyle changes like eating better, exercising daily, and maintaining a healthy weight can improve heart health. For assistance, call +<strong>91-87920-87920<\/strong>\u00a0or write to <\/span><strong><a href=\"mailto:care@jeenasikho.com\">care@jeenasikho.com<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/book-an-appointment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1468\" src=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/11\/book-appointment-300x91.png\" alt=\"book an appointment at Jeena Sikho Hiims\" width=\"300\" height=\"91\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/11\/book-appointment-300x91.png 300w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/11\/book-appointment-1024x310.png 1024w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/11\/book-appointment-768x232.png 768w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/11\/book-appointment-1536x465.png 1536w, https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/pune\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/11\/book-appointment.png 1791w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_a_normal_cholesterol_level\"><\/span>1. What is a normal cholesterol level?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A total cholesterol level below 200 mg\/dL is considered normal. However, your doctor may suggest different targets based on your health.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Does_high_cholesterol_show_any_symptoms\"><\/span>2. Does high cholesterol show any symptoms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, high cholesterol does not cause clear symptoms. It is usually detected only through a blood test.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Can_stress_increase_cholesterol_levels\"><\/span>3. Can stress increase cholesterol levels?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic stress may raise cholesterol levels by affecting food choices, sleep quality, and physical movement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_often_should_I_check_my_cholesterol\"><\/span>4. How often should I check my cholesterol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adults should get their cholesterol checked every 4-6 years, or more often if they have health risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Can_exercise_alone_reduce_cholesterol\"><\/span>5. Can exercise alone reduce cholesterol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise helps a lot, but it works best when combined with a healthy diet and proper lifestyle habits.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>High cholesterol is one of those health problems that slowly builds up without giving clear warnings. 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