What produces cholesterol?
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You receive cholesterol from two sources--your body produces cholesterol in addition to the cholesterol in food you consume. Too much cholesterol can increase your risk of medical problems such as heart disease and stroke.
Identification
Cholesterol is a waxy, soft substance--found in your bloodstream and cells--that can't dissolve on its own.
Significance
Your liver produces the cholesterol in your body. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), your body produces approximately 1,000 milligrams per day.
Considerations
According to KidsHealth.org, you consume about 150 to 250 milligrams of cholesterol from the food you eat each day, such as meats, cheese and milk.
Features
Your liver produces enough cholesterol that you actually do not require additional cholesterol, the AHA says.
Theories/Speculation
According to the AHA, experts believe that high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or "good" cholesterol carries cholesterol from your arteries, returning it to the liver so it can leave your body.
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