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Link Between Depression, Cholesterol May Differ by Gender
Posted on 30. Jul, 2010 by admin.
Gender-specific regulation of cholesterol levels may help prevent depression in the elderly, suggests a new study.
French researchers followed a large group of men and women aged 65 and older for seven years. They found that depression in women was associated with low levels of “good” high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), which puts them at higher risk [...]
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Cholesterol: What Your Level Means
Posted on 10. Jul, 2008 by admin.
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a waxy substance your body uses to protect nerves, make cell tissues and produce certain hormones. All the cholesterol your body needs is made by your liver. Cholesterol in the food you eat (such as eggs, meats and dairy products) is extra, and too much cholesterol can have negative impacts on [...]