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Consequences of High Cholesterol
As most people know -- and as doctors have known for decades -- high cholesterol is a major factor in heart disease. Find out how those fatty deposits can shut down the pump.
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Cholesterol is created and used by the human body in a variety of normal body functions, but too much cholesterol in the blood can increase the risk of heart disease. Learn about the risks and medical problems associated with high cholesterol.
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Cholesterol OverviewMedical research shows that high levels of cholesterol are associated with heart disease, the nation's number one killer. One in five Americans has high cholesterol -- find out if you're at risk. See more »
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What's more likely -- death by an auto accident or death by french fries?Car accidents kill people every day, but fast food fats might be just as lethal. So which is deadlier: your french fry habit or a crash on your trek to the drive-through? See more »
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What's the difference between LDL and HDL cholesterol?Unless you've been hiding under a giant cheeseburger for the past decade, you probably know that having high cholesterol is bad for you. But it's not all created equal, and knowing the difference will help you to make sense of your cholesterol test. See more »
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Why do trans fat and saturated fat get such a bad rap?Cities have banned them, citizens have sued over them and cholesterol levels have soared because of them. Why are a couple of bonded hydrogen and carbon atoms regarded as evil incarnate? See more »
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Am I at risk for high cholesterol?Do you know if you are at risk for high cholesterol? Find out if you are susceptible to this illness and what you can do to prevent this disease from effecting your body. See more »
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Cholesterol LevelsWe've all heard of "good" and "bad" cholesterol, and you may even know which is LDL and which is HDL. It's important for doctors to know the levels of each. Find out how each type affects your heart and what the levels tell you. See more »
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Foods That Claim to Lower CholesterolMany foods and supplements claim to lower cholesterol. But do they really work? Learn which foods are beneficial, which have no effect, and why most of them are not recommended by doctors. See more »
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Foods That Lower CholesterolFoods and supplements that can help lower cholesterol are a powerful tool in the fight against heart disease. Learn which foods, as part of a healthy diet, act as the most potent cholesterol-lowering agents. See more »
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How Can I Make the Changes I Need to Lower My Cholesterol?Making changes in your lifestyle can aid in lowering cholesterol levels that will positively impact you health. Learn more about making changes to lower cholesterol in this article. See more »
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How Should I Start Making Cholesterol Lowering Diet Changes?Dietary changes are a solution to lowering high cholesterol levels. Find out what can be done to your diet that can have a positive influence in correcting your cholesterol levels. See more »
