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Cholesterol is mostly insoluble in water, meaning it doesn't readily
dissolve. Cholesterol travels in the blood stream in the form of
lipoproteins. In the liver, cholesterol is converted into low-density
lipoprotein(LDL) and high density lipoprotein (HDL). The only difference
between the two is in the carrier molecule, this difference is very
important in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. LDL cholesterol, often
called "bad" cholesterol, passes through the liver and flows to other cells
where deposits are left to form on artery walls. These deposits can lead
to arteosclerosis and many other health complications such as high
blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. HDL cholesterol is often
referred to as the "good" cholesterol. HDL cholesterol prevents the
excess fats from depositing in our arteries. Total cholesterol levels <200
mg/dL is desirable for maintaining a healthy heart and lowering the risk
for heart disease. Total cholesterol levels between 200 -239 mg/dL are
considered borderline high risk, while people whose cholesterol levels
excede 240 mg/dL are certainly at high risk for high blood pressure and
heart disease. Cholesterol is an important component of the cell
membranes. It is a major precursor in the production of vitamin D, and
the production of the hormones progesterone, estrogen, and
testosterone. Therefore it is important to maintain a 5:1 ratio of LDL
(Bad) cholesterol to HDL (Good) cholesterol. Green tea's high
concentration of strong antioxidants called catechins increase the liver's
LDL receptors, In turn these receptors work to decrease LDL, the
so-called "bad cholesterol" in the blood. The LDL receptor binds LDL
and clears it from the bloodstream. Green tea catechins are a type of
polyphenol, a class of antioxidant and the main constituent of green tea.
dissolve. Cholesterol travels in the blood stream in the form of
lipoproteins. In the liver, cholesterol is converted into low-density
lipoprotein(LDL) and high density lipoprotein (HDL). The only difference
between the two is in the carrier molecule, this difference is very
important in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. LDL cholesterol, often
called "bad" cholesterol, passes through the liver and flows to other cells
where deposits are left to form on artery walls. These deposits can lead
to arteosclerosis and many other health complications such as high
blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. HDL cholesterol is often
referred to as the "good" cholesterol. HDL cholesterol prevents the
excess fats from depositing in our arteries. Total cholesterol levels <200
mg/dL is desirable for maintaining a healthy heart and lowering the risk
for heart disease. Total cholesterol levels between 200 -239 mg/dL are
considered borderline high risk, while people whose cholesterol levels
excede 240 mg/dL are certainly at high risk for high blood pressure and
heart disease. Cholesterol is an important component of the cell
membranes. It is a major precursor in the production of vitamin D, and
the production of the hormones progesterone, estrogen, and
testosterone. Therefore it is important to maintain a 5:1 ratio of LDL
(Bad) cholesterol to HDL (Good) cholesterol. Green tea's high
concentration of strong antioxidants called catechins increase the liver's
LDL receptors, In turn these receptors work to decrease LDL, the
so-called "bad cholesterol" in the blood. The LDL receptor binds LDL
and clears it from the bloodstream. Green tea catechins are a type of
polyphenol, a class of antioxidant and the main constituent of green tea.
Green tea has been the preferred beverage for centuries in many Asian
and European countries. Tea has many therapeutic uses as well as being
a form of ritual and ceremony. The calming tranquility attained from
relaxing, and enjoying a warm cup of green tea can be the most beneficial
form of therapy yet. It has been said that laughter is the best medicine, so
enjoy a cup of tea with a friend and reap the health benefits of green tea.
and European countries. Tea has many therapeutic uses as well as being
a form of ritual and ceremony. The calming tranquility attained from
relaxing, and enjoying a warm cup of green tea can be the most beneficial
form of therapy yet. It has been said that laughter is the best medicine, so
enjoy a cup of tea with a friend and reap the health benefits of green tea.
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