Cholesterol is a term that evokes fear in the hearts of many because of its association with heart disease. But cholesterol is an important substance in our bodies and without it we would die. It serves as the substrate for production of vitamin D, all of our sex hormones, and serves as the outer covering of the brain and nerves. Cholesterol is produced by the liver in optimal quantities for optimal health. When we consume cholesterol containing foods, this excess is where the problem lies. You may have seen commercials stating, “When diet and exercise are not enough, that ____.” With the diet generally recommended you will need ____! The recommended diet is not cholesterol-free therefore it will fall short of achieving the desired blood cholesterol level. So for the best results we must go back to the Creator’s plan. The original diet in Genesis 1:29 was cholesterol free; because only foods derived from animals contain cholesterol because only animals have livers. There is one caveat; blood cholesterol levels are also increase by eating hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated fats, usually found in baked goods. So to reduce your blood cholesterol, it’s important to eliminate these fats also. If you need another reason to read labels there it is!