Khaberni - Health experts warn that high cholesterol is among the common health issues that often go unnoticed because it usually doesn't cause clear symptoms in its early stages.
High cholesterol may be linked to serious complications in the long term, including an increased risk of arterial blockage and heart attacks.
Recent scientific studies show a connection between high cholesterol and certain physical symptoms, notably tendon pain. Research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that this pain occurs frequently in individuals with high cholesterol levels, especially in severe cases.
Conversely, researchers noted that the relationship between high cholesterol and tendon pain is still unclear in less severe cases, necessitating further research for a more precise understanding.
To delve into the findings, the research team conducted a meta-analysis that included a collection of previous studies where data was comprehensively collected and analyzed. The researchers relied on searching six medical databases: MEDLINE, Cochrane, AMED, EMBASE, Web of Science, and Scopus, according to a report published by Surrey Live.
The review included 17 studies involving 2612 participants, and it was found that individuals with tendon changes or pain had higher levels of total cholesterol compared to others.
One researcher stated that the review results "suggest a relationship between blood lipid levels and tendon health," while also emphasizing the need for long-term studies to determine whether this relationship is indeed causal.
In terms of prevention and lowering cholesterol, the British National Health Service (NHS) recommends reducing the intake of foods high in saturated fats, like butter, ghee, fatty meats, and cheese, and possibly replacing them with healthy unsaturated fats found in foods like avocado.
