Do not ignore if you see yellow lumps around the eyes as this indicates high cholesterol. Several causes like age, gender, heredity, obesity, physical inactivity, diabetes or kidney disease may be responsible for your high cholesterol. Different types of cholesterol include high density lipoprotein (HDL), low density lipoprotein (LDL) or triglycerides. 

Lipid profile test is the primary method for diagnosing high cholesterol. Cut on saturated fats, get a healthy diet, regular exercise and quit your smoking habits to lower your cholesterol. Visit MD.co.uk for a healthy heart.