good cholesterol
noun
: a lipoprotein of blood plasma that is associated with reduced risk of developing atherosclerosis : hdl
Good cholesterol is the high-density lipoprotein (HDL) kind. It is protective of arteries and the heart.—
Paul G. Donohue
Paul G. Donohue… olive oil has been getting lavish press as a virtuous alternative to other oils and animal fats—it's loaded with monounsaturated fats, which promote the so-called good cholesterol.—Forbes
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The findings call for reconsidering the hypothesis that good cholesterol universally benefits health.
—Paul McClure 05, New Atlas, 5 Feb. 2025
According to some research, theobromine may positively influence cholesterol levels, reducing LDL and increasing high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol levels.
—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025
There’s also strong evidence that fish oil can help with heart health by reducing blood triglyceride levels and improving high-density lipoprotein, known as good cholesterol.
—Sara Novak, Discover Magazine, 13 Dec. 2024
Turmeric may also improve heart health by reducing bad cholesterol while increasing good cholesterol, Young says.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 9 Aug. 2024
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Paul McClure 05, New Atlas, 5 Feb. 2025
According to some research, theobromine may positively influence cholesterol levels, reducing LDL and increasing high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol levels.
—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025
There’s also strong evidence that fish oil can help with heart health by reducing blood triglyceride levels and improving high-density lipoprotein, known as good cholesterol.
—Sara Novak, Discover Magazine, 13 Dec. 2024
Turmeric may also improve heart health by reducing bad cholesterol while increasing good cholesterol, Young says.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 9 Aug. 2024
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“Good cholesterol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20cholesterol. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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