cholesterol

[/kəˈlɛstərɔl/]
nounmasculinepl: cholesterols
colesterol
1. A waxy steroid alcohol found in cell membranes and transported in the blood; essential for cell function but excessive levels can lead to cardiovascular disease
High cholesterol levels can increase the risk of heart disease.
Níveis altos de colesterol podem aumentar o risco de doenças cardíacas.
2. In medical contexts, referring to blood cholesterol levels measured in milligrams per deciliter
The doctor recommended lowering his cholesterol through diet and exercise.
O médico recomendou reduzir seu colesterol através de dieta e exercícios.
Cholesterol is a significant health concern in both American and Brazilian cultures due to diet-related health issues. In Brazil, the term 'colesterol' is widely used in medical contexts and health discussions. Americans are increasingly aware of cholesterol management as part of preventive healthcare, reflected in common screening tests and dietary discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
lipidsterolblood lipid

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
colesterol
Standard medical and everyday usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
colesterol
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
colesterol
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
colesterol
European Portuguese uses same term with identical pronunciation and usage

Related Words

HDLLDLtriglyceridescardiovascularstatinlipid panel

Related Idioms & Phrases

high cholesterol levels
lower your cholesterol
cholesterol test
good cholesterol (HDL)
bad cholesterol (LDL)
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