包第章和能量与宏量营养素.ppt

HDL cholesterol, also referred to as good cholesterol, is protective against plaque build up because it functions to transport excess cholesterol away from arteries back to the liver. It is the ratio of LDL to HDL cholesterol that is the best predictor of risk for cardiovascular disease. Thus, high levels of LDL cholesterol and low levels of HDL cholesterol, a high LDL/HDL ratio, increases ones risk, while a low LDL/HDL ratio reduces risk. HDL levels can be increased by Aerobic exercise, losing weight and stop smoking, increase fiber in diet, reduce fat in diet. Over time, if LDL cholesterol