Increased levels of fat in the blood can cause blockages in the arteries and lead to problems like heart attacks. The main reasons behind increased cholesterol are:
Foods containing saturated fats: Excessive consumption of red meat, egg yolks, and dairy products, as well as trans fats in fried and deep-fried foods, increase bad cholesterol (LDL) in the body.
Lack of exercise: Decreased physical activity prevents the body from burning fat. Lack of regular exercise leads to a decrease in good cholesterol (HDL) and an increase in bad cholesterol.
Obesity and heredity: Weight gain increases the level of triglycerides in the blood. Also, if someone in the family has cholesterol, the risk of this disease increases genetically in the next generation.
Smoking and alcohol: Smoking damages the inner lining of the blood vessels and makes it easier for fat to accumulate there. Excessive alcohol consumption significantly increases blood fat levels.
Age and health problems: As we age, the body’s ability to eliminate cholesterol slows down. In addition, people with diabetes, thyroid disease, and kidney disease are also more likely to have high cholesterol levels.
