LDL - a lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood; composed of moderate amount of protein and a large amount of cholesterol; high levels are thought to be associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis

beta-lipoprotein, low-density lipoprotein

lipoprotein - a conjugated protein having a lipid component; the principal means for transporting lipids in the blood

LDL cholesterol - the cholesterol in low-density lipoproteins; the `bad' cholesterol; a high level in the blood is thought to be related to various pathogenic conditions

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A recent study tried replacing saturated fat with either protein (2/3 plant protein and 1/3 animal protein), carbohydrate, or monounsaturated fat (canola and olive oil, nuts and seeds) and then determining the effect of this on blood pressure and LDL (bad) cholesterol.

Protein or monounsaturated fats are good replacements for saturated ... by Mangels, Reed / Vegetarian Journal

Participants who took 20 grams of isolated soy protein daily, experienced significantly greater decreases in LDL C (low-density lipoprotein cholesterol) and LDL P (low-density lipoprotein particle number) independent indicators for coronary heart disease.

Soy reduces cholesterol by Australian Nursing Journal

Statins like Lipitor and Pravachol lower both LDL ("bad") cholesterol and CRP, a measure of inflammation.

Inflammation & the heart by Nutrition Action Healthletter

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