Doctor says cholesterol is integral to our body’s cells.

Salman Gohar, MD, at Baylor Scott & White Health, says cholesterol is integral to our body’s cells.

 What You Need to Know:

• Cholesterol is a waxy substance that can build up in the blood vessels.
• How “bad” cholesterol differs from “good” cholesterol.
• Abdominal weight gain can be a sign of high cholesterol.
• Sufficient sleep, physical activity and a mindful diet can help improve your cholesterol levels.

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