Cholesterol

Saturated vs unsaturated fats
Fat forms part of a healthy diet. But the type of fat you include is very important. Saturated fats are generally unhealthy, while unsaturated fats are much better.

What happens to the fat we eat?
We get fat and cholesterol from the food we eat. They are then broken down in the gut and reassembled into complex lipid molecules.

Tomatoes can lower your cholesterol
The traditional Mediterranean diet, rich in tomatoes, tomato products and other carotenoids, has been associated with a lower incidence of chronic heart disease.

Trans fatty acids
When unsaturated vegetable fats are hydrogenated, the process produces yet another type of fatty acid as a side product – a trans fatty acid.

Protective food components
Certain components in food can actually lower one's cholesterol. Get the lowdown on fibre, plant sterols and antioxidants here.

Cholesterol confusion
Yes, cholesterol can be bad for your heart. But the cholesterol issue isn't nearly this simple - your body actually needs some of it. If you're confused, this article is for you.