Although cholesterol is produced in 70% of our body, some foods high in cholesterol can bring the rest needed to the body. Among these foods, we can include egg yolk, offal (liver in particular), mutton, pork and beef, dairy products, whole milk.
Excessive consumption of foods high in cholesterol can cause an increasing of the cardiovascular risk via the formation of blood clots that will block arteries.
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Cholesterol is manufactured substantially by the liver (70%), the remaining 30% is provided by food.
Cholesterol is involved in the manufacture of cell membranes, in the synthesis of natural cortisone, vitamin D, bile but also in the production of sex hormones (estrogen, ...).