Why is LDL so dangerous?
LDL is commonly referred to as the "bad" cholesterol because high levels of circulating LDL have been linked to an increased risk for atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease. LDL is the most dangerous lipoprotein, not only because each particle is made up of mostly cholesterol (roughly 45 percent) but also because of its destination. LDL carries cholesterol to the arteries, infiltrates their walls, and goes through a series of transformation that trigger plaque buildup.
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