Olive oil obtained from olives in cold pressing was probably used in regions of the eastern Mediterranean (Levant) for at least 8,000 years as a food and auxiliary, including lamp oil. Even today, Mediterranean cuisine would be unthinkable without extra virgin olive oil as a “multifunctional oil” for cooking and frying and for dressing many … Olive Oil: Intolerance & Allergy
Cholesterol is an important component of our cells and a basic building block of vital hormones. It also plays a crucial role in energy balance. Excessive cholesterol can damage blood vessels when it is deposited in the vessel wall. Arteriosclerosis develops. The vessels become inelastic, narrow and – in the worst case – impermeable. Cholesterol … Dyslipidemia: No. 3 of the Deadly Quartet
Low density lipoproteins form one of several lipoprotein classes that are able to take up cholesterol and other water-insoluble lipophilic substances and transport them in the blood serum. LDLs perform the task of taking up cholesterol at its point of origin – predominantly the liver – and delivering it to target tissues. In contrast, high-density … Low Density Lipoproteins: Function & Diseases
Definition LDL belongs to the group of cholesterol. LDL is the abbreviation for Low Density Lipoprotein, which means “low density lipoprotein”. Lipoproteins are substances consisting of lipids (fats) and proteins. They form a ball in the blood in which various substances can be transported. Inside the sphere, the hydrophobic (i.e. water-insoluble) components of the LDL … LDL
LDL value too high – what does that mean? LDL is the so-called “bad cholesterol“. It ensures that various fat-soluble substances are transferred from the liver to all other tissues of the body. A too high LDL value is particularly feared because it increases the risk of coronary heart disease or atherosclerosis (calcification of the … LDL value too high – what does that mean? | LDL
HDL/LDL quotient The HDL/LDL quotient indicates the overall distribution of cholesterol in the body. In most cases, the total cholesterol is measured when taking a blood sample. This is made up of the HDL and the LDL. HDL is the “good” cholesterol, because it transports cholesterol and other fat-soluble substances from all cells back to … HDL/LDL quotient | LDL
In which foods is LDL contained? LDL itself is not present in food, but the body forms it from the unsaturated fatty acids found in many foods. Particularly animal fats consist of many unsaturated fatty acids. Meat and cold cuts as well as milk and other animal products are bad for the LDL balance. Likewise … In which foods is LDL contained? | LDL
Products Ciprofibrate was commercially available in many countries in capsule form (Hyperlipen, off label). It was approved in 1993 and has not been available since 2013. Structure and properties Ciprofibrate (C13H14Cl2O3, Mr = 289.2 g/mol) is a racemate and a phenoxyisobutyric acid derivative. It exists as a white to pale yellow powder that is practically … Ciprofibrate
Products Fluvastatin is commercially available in the form of capsules and sustained-release generic tablets (generics). It has been approved in many countries since 1993. Sales of the original Lescol were discontinued by Novartis in 2018. Structure and properties Fluvastatin (C24H26FNO4, Mr = 411.5 g/mol) is present in drugs as fluvastatin sodium, a white or pale … Fluvastatin
A change in diet is not always enough. People with high cholesterol can increase “good” HDL cholesterol through regular endurance exercise. In addition, exercise has a positive effect on blood pressure and improves the insulin sensitivity of the cells. In this way, the heart is protected and the vessels remain elastic. Those who suffer from … Cholesterol and Sport
What is cholesterol esterase? Cholesterol esterases are enzymes that are responsible for the cleavage of cholesterol ester compounds. Cholesterol esters are composed of cholesterol and fatty acids. These are connected to each other by a certain type of bond, a so-called esterification. During the cleavage process, free cholesterol and fatty acids are created, which are … Cholesterol esterase – It is important for this!
What are the standard values of cholesterol esterase? A blood sample is needed to determine the level of cholesterol esterase. In this sample the amount can be measured in a medical laboratory. In a healthy person it is between 3,000 and 8,000 IU per liter. “IU” stands for international units and represents a quantity defined … What are the standard values of cholesterol esterase? | Cholesterol esterase – It is important for this!
