How LDL Cholesterol Contributes to Artery Plaque
LDL cholesterol is often called “bad cholesterol,” but that nickname does not fully explain what it does. LDL particles have a normal job: they transport cholesterol through the bloodstream so cells can use it for membranes, hormones, and other essential functions. The problem starts when too many LDL particles circulate for too long. Some can … Read more
