Cholesterol is a fat like substance, which is needed for good health. Our body needs right amount of cholesterol to function properly e.g. cholesterol is used to build cell walls and produce some hormones. And our bodies produce it in the required quantity.
Cholesterol is produced only by the animals with the help of their livers. So its found in all the animal products. Whereas no fruits or nuts or oils made from oily seeds or vegetable base contain cholesterol. So it’s good to consume all the nuts and seeds in moderation.