human
I'm worried about my cholesterol. What are the risks of having high cholesterol?
assistant
The risk factors for high cholesterol include being overweight or obese, a family history of high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, and eating a diet that is high in saturated fat and trans fat. Other lifestyle factors such as physical inactivity and stress can also increase your risk. High cholesterol can cause heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. It's important to keep your cholesterol levels under control by eating healthy foods and maintaining a healthy weight.