Controlling your cholesterol numbers in your blood reduces a major risk factor for heart disease Understanding cholesterol There are very confusing articles written by ‘no names’ and sent to undisclosed recipients via emails. There is one email circulating beginning para states: ”How much money have you wasted on Cholesterol reducing drugs and how much money have you spent on idiot doctors who believe drug peddlers and keep telling you that cholesterol is BAD for you?” Cholesterol is a waxy sticky substance found in all parts of the body. It is crucial to the normal functioning of all cells. 80% of the cholesterol is manufactured in the liver from saturated fats consumed in food. Approximately, about 20% of the required cholesterol is from the food you consume. ...