Heart disease has a number of different causes, but the most common is high blood cholesterol. Cholesterol is a fat-like substance that is carried by the blood and is found in all body cells. The body requires a certain amount of cholesterol, produced by the liver, to form cell membranes and make hormones. However, extra cholesterol enters the body from animal foods that are high in saturated fat.
Illness
The term “cause” is used to describe something that causes an illness. The goal is to remove the cause and cure the patient. A risk factor is a factor that increases the likelihood of getting ill. It does not necessarily cause the illness, but increases the risk of acquiring it. Other factors, such as pure chance, can also cause the illness. Therefore, there is no clear-cut definition of what a cause is.
Genetics
A cause is something that leads to the development of an illness. If that cause can be removed, the illness can be cured. A risk factor increases the risk of an illness. It does not necessarily cause an illness, but increases one’s chances of it. Other factors can also play a role in a person getting ill. Even pure chance can cause an illness to develop. In addition to genetics, lifestyle and diet are all important.
