a lipoprotein that is the form in which cholesterol is transported in the bloodstream to the cells and tissues of the body. High levels of low-density lipoprotein in the blood are associated with atheroma
Abbreviation: LDL
Examples of 'bad cholesterol' in a sentence
bad cholesterol
For starters, there is good and bad cholesterol.
The Sun (2009)
High bad cholesterol and low good cholesterol.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Trials showed even a daily 10g increase in fibre reduces 'bad' cholesterol.
The Sun (2017)
Some fats have antimicrobial properties, others lower bad cholesterol.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
As stress raises bad cholesterol, this is a good option.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The soluble fibre in porridge lowers 'bad' cholesterol.
The Sun (2018)
Also, blood sugar and 'bad' cholesterol levels increased while insulin sensitivity decreased.
Times, Sunday Times (2018)
Chickpeas give soluble fibre that helps to lower bad cholesterol.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
However, his cholesterol levels, especially of the 'bad' cholesterol, were quite high.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
The important measurement is the ratio of good to bad cholesterol.