We need cholesterol for a variety of important reasons, from maintaining healthy cell membranes to building hormones and vitamins.
Cholesterol is a non-polar, hydrophobic lipid, so how does it get around the body? This animation explores the molecules and mechanisms our bodies use to make sure cholesterol gets to where it is needed.
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