Cholesterol
Alternate Names : Diet - Cholesterol
DefinitionCholesterol is a soft, waxy substance present in all parts of the body including the nervous system, skin, muscle, liver, intestines, and heart. It is both made by the body and obtained from animal products in the diet.
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