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How does LDL cause hypertension and diabetes?
How does LDL cause hypertension and diabetes?
How does LDL cause hypertension and diabetes?
Too much LDL ('bad') cholesterol in your bloodstream can form plaque on damaged artery walls. Once there is too much strain on the heart to pump blood then it leads to the onset of hypertension. Few research suggests that it also affects the pancreas hence it can also lead to diabetes.
Last updated on 12 Apr 2023
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Does GHEE raise your cholesterol or blood pressure level?
Ghee or Indian butter use are not a red flag for people with high cholesterol and blood pressure. They can be used in minimum quantity so that the meals are tasty and also it does not harm the body.
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One must drink alcohol in moderation as it is one of the major reasons for unexplained high cholesterol along with unhealthy foods. Also, exercise for 5 days a week so that cholesterol levels are in check.
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Can high cholesterol cause headaches? If so, how?
The blockage of vessels around the head and near the neck causes headaches and stiffness. This is because blood vessels are clogged by the cholesterol plaque. If this is left unchecked, the blood vessels can rupture and cause a stroke.
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