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Nutrition: Cholesterol, fat & sodium

Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a fat-like substance made by your liver and found in the food you eat.



Fat

Your body needs fat to work properly. But too much fat can increase your risk of disease.


Sodium

Sodium, or salt, is found widely in nature and in foods. Eating high amounts can harm you.


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