Cholesterol is a waxy substance. It circulates in the blood. Everybody needs cholesterol, it serves a vital function in the body. But too much cholesterol can lead to problem. In our body two types of lipoproteins carry cholesterol to and from cells. One is low-density lipoprotein, or LDL. The other is high-density lipoprotein, or HDL. Please tune into this Hindi episode to know more from the expert about “What is cholesterol and High cholesterol /Hyperlipidemia & What are the consequences of high Cholesterol & When should we check cholesterol levels? “