Here is a document from the American Heart Association, telling you lies about cholesterol. In February, 1997 you could have clicked on the image to go the original source document, but by December 14, 1997, the link was no longer valid. You'd have to search for it, but you can read it below.
CHOLESTEROL
AHA Scientific/Medical Position
[remember, these are the words of the AHA]
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance found among the lipids (fats) in the
bloodstream and in all your body’s cells. It’s an important part of a healthy
body because it’s used to form cell membranes, some hormones and other needed
tissues. But a high level of cholesterol in the blood — hypercholesterolemia —
is a major risk factor for heart attack (coronary heart disease).
Cholesterol and other fats can’t dissolve in the blood. They have to be transported
to and from the cells by special carriers of lipids and proteins called lipoproteins.
There are several kinds, but the ones to be most concerned about are low density
lipoprotein (LDL) and high density lipoprotein (HDL).
LDL cholesterol
Low density lipoprotein is the major cholesterol carrier in the blood. When a person has
too much LDL cholesterol circulating in the blood, it can slowly build up within the walls
of the arteries feeding the heart and brain. Together with other substances it can form
plaque, a thick, hard deposit that can clog those arteries. This condition is known as
atherosclerosis. The formation of a clot (or thrombus) in the region of this plaque can
block the flow of blood to part of the heart muscle and cause a heart attack. If a clot
blocks the flow of blood to part of the brain, the result is a stroke. A high level of LDL
cholesterol reflects an increased risk of heart disease. That is why LDL cholesterol is
often called “bad” cholesterol.
HDL cholesterol
About one-third to one-fourth of blood cholesterol is carried by high density lipoprotein
or HDL. Medical experts think HDL tends to carry cholesterol away from the arteries and
back to the liver, where it’s passed from the body. Some experts believe HDL removes
excess cholesterol from atherosclerotic plaques and thus slows their growth. HDL is known
as “good” cholesterol because a high level of HDL seems to protect against heart
attack. The opposite is also true: a low HDL level indicates a greater risk.
Cholesterol and diet
Cholesterol comes from two sources. It’s produced in your body, mostly in the liver
(about 1,000 milligrams a day). And it’s found in foods that come from animals, such
as meats, poultry, fish, seafood and dairy products. Foods from plants (fruits,
vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds) do not contain cholesterol.
Saturated fatty acids are the chief culprit in raising blood cholesterol, which increases
your risk of heart disease. But dietary cholesterol also plays a part. The average
American man consumes about 360 milligrams of cholesterol a day; the average woman,
between 220-260 milligrams.
Some of the excess dietary cholesterol is removed from the body through the liver. Still,
the American Heart Association recommends that you limit your average daily cholesterol
intake to 300 milligrams or less.
People with severe hypercholesterolemia may need an even greater reduction. Since
cholesterol is present in all foods from animal sources, care must be taken to eat no more
than six ounces of lean meat, fish and poultry per day and to use skim and low-fat dairy
products. High-quality proteins from vegetable sources are good substitutes for animal
sources of protein.
Exercise
For some people, exercise affects blood cholesterol level by increasing HDL level
(“good” cholesterol). A higher HDL level is linked with decreased risk of heart
disease. Exercise can also help control weight, diabetes, high blood pressure. Exercise
that uses oxygen to provide energy to large muscles (aerobic) raises your heart and
breathing rates. Such vigorous, regular exercise as brisk walking, jogging and swimming
also condition your heart and lungs.
Lack of physical activity has been established as a major risk factor for heart disease.
Even mild activities, if done daily, help reduce your risk. Examples are walking for
pleasure, gardening, yard work, housework, dancing and prescribed home exercise.
Cigarette smoke
Cigarette smoke is one of the four major risk factors of heart attack that you can
control. Smoking has been shown to lower HDL or “good” cholesterol levels.
Alcohol
In some studies, moderate use of alcohol is linked with higher HDL or “good”
cholesterol levels. However, the benefit is not great enough to recommend drinking alcohol
if you don’t do so already.
If you drink alcohol, limit your intake to one ounce of ethanol (pure alcohol) per day.
One ounce of ethanol is contained in:
•2 ounces of 100 proof whiskey, •3 ounces of 80 proof whiskey, •8 ounces of
wine, OR •24 ounces of beer.
If you need more detailed information, see:
•Heart and Stroke Facts
[these links are no longer active]
See also in this Heart and Stroke Guide
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Copyright © 1996 American Heart Association
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