The Cholesterol Files

The information presented here is aimed at people who are concerned about cholesterol, heart attacks and strokes.

The following resources are available:

Basic information about blood lipids
A cardiovascular disease risk calculator
Atherosclerosis, the damage caused by high lipids
Smoking, which is a major contributing factor to atherosclerosis

Information is also presented on the major strategies for treating hyperlipidaemia and reducing risk of heart attack, which are:

Diet
Exercise
Drug treatment.

The information given here is correct to the best of my knowledge. If you find errors, omissions, or misleading emphasis, please contact me.

Ross Boswell
December 2002