The festival season is synonymous with joy, togetherness, and of course, food. But the same sweets and fried snacks that make celebrations special can also quietly push cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure beyond healthy limits.

“Festive eating often disrupts our body’s balance,” says Dr. Sunil Dwivedi, Consultant – Cardiology, Manipal Hospital, Millers Road. “When we eat more than usual, or eat foods rich in saturated and trans fats, our liver starts producing more cholesterol. The immediate effect may not be visible, but it impacts long-term heart health.”

HOW CHOLESTEROL WORKS INSIDE YOUR BODY Cholesterol, often misunderstood as purely ‘bad,’ plays an essential role in the body. “Most cholesterol is produced by the liver, and a smaller portion comes from food,” explains Dr

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