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Abstract
Cholesterol plays a vital role in human health. Researches have shown that high cholesterol is a major cause of human cardiovascular disease and stroke. Your blood cholesterol level has a lot to do with your chances of getting heart disease. The higher your blood cholesterol level, the greater your risk of developing heart disease or having a heart attack. Lately, there have been cases of some chronic diseases rising in Africa and the world at large. Some of these common chronic diseases are majorly caused by high cholesterol levels. In this article, the types of cholesterol, effects of high cholesterol on human heart, factors that can affect one's cholesterol levels and tips to lowering one's cholesterol levels were discussed. The aim of this article is to create awareness among readers worldwide regarding the impacts of cholesterol on their hearts and also correct some misconceptions about cholesterol. This article will help readers to select foods that can reduce cholesterol level and thus safeguard their hearts. Keywords: Cholesterol, Human health, Heart, Products, Cells