👉 Cholesterol, also known as cholesterol or HDL, is a type of fat that is essential for maintaining healthy blood vessels. It plays a crucial role in regulating and protecting the body's cells and tissues from damage caused by free radicals. Cholesterol has two main forms: triglycerides (which are stored as fatty acids) and cholesterol esters (which are converted into cholesterol). Cholesterol can be found primarily in animal products like meat, fish, and eggs, as well as in some plant
