Oxidation of cholesterol
Just as high homocysteine increases the rate of oxidation of cholesterol, a lack of antioxidants in the blood can also create this same problem. Overall high blood cholesterol levels are also associated with heart disease however the ratio between LDL and HDL cholesterol is vital in determining whether you have an increased risk for developing heart disease. Low levels of HDL and high levels of LDL cholesterol are commonly found in patients with heart disease.
High triglyceride levels are also dangerous. 3
The liver creates cholesterol and is used for the formation of various hormones including sex hormones such as testosterone.
