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What is HDL cholesterol?

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HDL cholesterol

HDL cholesterol, often called good cholesterol, is carried by particles that move cholesterol from the body back to the liver for removal.

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In plain words

HDL stands for high-density lipoprotein.

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Why it matters

HDL often rises with weight loss and exercise, a heart-health gain that shows up on routine blood work.

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HDL cholesterol, often called good cholesterol, is carried by particles that move cholesterol from the body back to the liver for removal.

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