Cholesterol is not the ‘villain’ it has been portrayed to be. In fact, it is a vitally important molecule for our overall health. Below are some of its important functions: * It is a ‘parent’ molecule from which steroid hormones are synthesized; these include: cortisol, testosterone, progesterone, oestrogen. * It is used by the body to form bile acids which are important for the digestion of fats. * It is an essential component of cell membranes. * It is involved in our immun