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Germany: High cholesterol affects 58 percent of population
Data from the Robert Koch Institute indicates that approximately 58 percent of the German population has elevated cholesterol levels. High cholesterol, particularly LDL, can contribute to atherosclerosis, a condition characterized by the hardening and stiffening of the arteries, which may increase the risk of cardiovascular issues such as heart attacks and strokes.
According to the Deutsche Herzstiftung, the body produces about 80 percent of its own cholesterol, with only a smaller portion being absorbed through diet. While dietary choices involving healthy fatty acids, vegetables, and complex carbohydrates can help manage levels, high cholesterol is not exclusively tied to being overweight; individuals with a normal weight can also experience elevated values. Family history also plays a role in determining cholesterol levels.
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- [● 5 SOURCES] Approximately 58 percent of Germans have elevated cholesterol levels. www.thueringer-allgemeine.de · www.tlz.de · www.abendblatt.de · www.waz.de
- [● 5 SOURCES] Cholesterol levels are not strictly linked to being overweight; individuals with normal weight can also have high levels. www.thueringer-allgemeine.de · www.tlz.de · www.abendblatt.de · www.waz.de
- [● 5 SOURCES] The body produces 80 percent of its own cholesterol, while only a small portion is ingested through food. www.thueringer-allgemeine.de · www.tlz.de · www.abendblatt.de · www.waz.de
- [● 5 SOURCES] High LDL cholesterol levels can promote atherosclerosis, which involves the hardening or stiffening of arteries. www.thueringer-allgemeine.de · www.tlz.de · www.abendblatt.de · www.waz.de