Hypercholesterolemia

The body produces cholesterol itself, but we also ingest it through our diet. By following a cholesterol-lowering diet, you reduce the risk of heart and vascular diseases.

There are two types of cholesterol: HDL cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. LDL cholesterol causes plaque to form in the arteries, which can lead to clogging. This arteriosclerosis increases the risk of heart and vascular diseases. HDL cholesterol helps clear this plaque from the arteries. Thus, this cholesterol lowers the risk of heart and vascular diseases. Therefore, there is good (HDL) cholesterol and bad (LDL) cholesterol. Here’s a simple mnemonic: you want to keep your HDL cholesterol (good) as High as possible and your LDL cholesterol (bad) as Low as possible.

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For those who prefer personal consultations, they can also do so. They can visit various practice locations in Lelystad, Almere, and Ermelo, or we can come to your location.

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DIETARY ADVICE FOR HIGH CHOLESTEROL

In cases of high cholesterol, particularly the bad cholesterol is too high. A cholesterol-lowering diet reduces bad cholesterol, thereby decreasing the risk of heart and vascular diseases.

Are you interested in a diet for high cholesterol? We would be happy to guide you with tailored nutritional advice.