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In men, testosterone is linked to higher levels of low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, and lower levels of high-density lipoprotein, or HDL, which increase the chances of having a heart attack.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 26 Nov. 2024
According to one review, apple consumption may reduce the risk of heart disease by improving total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels.
—Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 28 Oct. 2024
For size comparison, a red blood cell is about 250 times the size of a low-density lipoprotein molecule.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2024
Studies show that regularly eating oats may reduce heart disease risk factors like low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, as well as support your digestive health.16
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—Jillian Kubala, Health, 1 Oct. 2024
Results indicated that ginger supplementation may be associated with lower levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides and higher levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL).
—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 16 Sep. 2024
Studies have shown that consuming an average of 5-10 grams (g) of soluble fiber daily may reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels by 5%.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 9 Sep. 2024
The researchers used these to measure three biomarkers: low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, commonly known as bad cholesterol; high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, or CRP; and lipoprotein(a), or LP(a).
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 31 Aug. 2024
Studies suggest that bergamot may help lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and raise high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (good cholesterol).
—Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 5 Aug. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1951, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of low-density lipoprotein was
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“Low-density lipoprotein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-density%20lipoprotein. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
Medical Definition
low-density lipoprotein
noun
low-den·si·ty lipoprotein
ˈlō-ˈden(t)-sət-ē-
: ldl
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