1. Jonah Long Emily Evans

2. Cholesterol is the parent compound from which: Steroid hormones are synthesized Testosterone is produced Adrenal corticosteroids are produced Cholesterol comes from food and your body 75% Body 25% Food

3.  It is created and used by our bodies to keep us healthy, and needed in order to function normally  Maintaining a good diet helps cholesterol stay at a healthy level.

4.  High cholesterol levels often lead to deposits called plaque  If there is too much plaque build-up, it can lead to blood clots that may cause a heart attack. ▪ Avoid eating too much red meat, liver, and eggs Bad Cholesterol

5.  On average, a person takes in about 300mg of cholesterol a day.