High cholesterol levels are associated with illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. This has caused a negative stigma around consuming cholesterol, with many diets and health regimens focusing on specifically cutting out this molecule. Yet, it is present in and essential for animal cells; the body produces cholesterol to help regulate the functions of many organs. So, what is cholesterol and why is too much of it dangerous? Foods with high levels of chol

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