Increased levels of cholesterol and fat in the blood cause narrowing or

calcification of the arteries and are the main causes of cardiovascular disease.

An unhealthy lifestyle can trigger hypercholesterolemia. High-cholesterol or fat

foods

in addition to a lack of physical activity, smoking habits, and alcohol consumption

Cholesterol is produced by the liver and also made by most cells in the body. High
cholesterol uptake can cause exogenous cholesterol supply increase so it is needed
to reduce the endogenous cholesterol production.