+**Atherosclerosis** is a gradual process where [Plaque](/wiki/plaque), a fatty substance, builds up within the arteries, making them stiff and narrow. This silent hardening restricts [Blood Flow](/wiki/blood_flow), potentially starving organs of oxygen and nutrients over time.
+## See also
+- [Heart Disease](/wiki/heart_disease)
+- [Stroke](/wiki/stroke)
+- [Cholesterol](/wiki/cholesterol)
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