Cholesterol

• Why are lipoproteins essential for transporting cholesterol?

  They are soluble whereas the lipid cholesterol is insoluble, allowing cholesterol to travel in the blood
• What does HDL stand for?

  High-density lipoprotein
• What does LDL stand for?

  Low-density lipoprotein
• Features of HDLs:

  • High proportion of proteins
  • Low proportion of cholesterol
  • Contains saturated fats
  • Higher levels lead to reduced blood cholesterol deposition
  • Benefit health
• Features of LDLs:

  • Low proportion of proteins
  • High proportion of cholesterol
  • Formed of saturated fats
  • Higher levels lead to formation of atherosclerotic plaque
  • Bad for health