Link between Obesity, High Cholesterol, and Atherosclerosis: Understanding the Impact of Excess Fat on Blood Vessel Health
Received Date: Jul 01, 2024 / Published Date: Jul 30, 2024
Abstract
Obesity, characterized by excessive fat accumulation within the body, significantly contributes to various cardiovascular diseases. One of the primary risk factors associated with obesity is the consumption of high-fat and cholesterol-rich foods, which leads to elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. This excess LDL cholesterol gets deposited on the inner walls of blood vessels, initiating a process known as atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is characterized by the thickening and hardening of arterial walls, which reduces blood flow and increases the risk of severe cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke. This paper explores the mechanisms by which obesity and a high cholesterol level contribute to the development of atherosclerosis and underscores the importance of dietary management and lifestyle changes in mitigating these risks.
Citation: Mohammad J (2024) Link between Obesity, High Cholesterol, and Atherosclerosis: Understanding the Impact of Excess Fat on Blood Vessel Health. Atheroscler Open 91桃色 9: 268. Doi: 10.4172/asoa.1000268
Copyright: © 2024 Mohammad J. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
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