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… Condition Basics What is high cholesterol? High cholesterol means that you have too much cholesterol in your blood. Cholesterol is a …
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… services are available in more than 130 languages … Cholesterol is a fatty substance … services are available in more than 130 languages …
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… Story Tony has done well with getting his cholesterol under control. And he's had a … ago, Tony's doctor told him that he had a high risk for heart attack and that his cholesterol was high. So Tony, at the age of 55, started …
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Actionset Overview Not all cholesterol is bad. HDL is called "good cholesterol," because it helps keep "bad" LDL cholesterol from building up in your arteries. High levels of HDL (1.5 or above) are …
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… with it can be a huge challenge. Registered dietitians are experts in diet and nutrition, … conditions, such as high cholesterol. A dietitian can evaluate your diet and create a … work with your lifestyle and daily routine. A dietitian will ask about your eating habits. …
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… Overview A child may have a higher chance of having high cholesterol if he or she: Is overweight . Does …
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… treatment being used. Cholesterol tests for children and teens Your child's doctor may … and Triglycerides Tests Cholesterol in Children and Teens Health Screening: Finding … treatment being used. Cholesterol tests for children and teens Your child's doctor may …
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… cholesterol is 5.0 mmol/L or above. You have diabetes and any of the following is true: You … older. You are age 30 or older and have had diabetes for more than 15 years. Your diabetes … coronary calcium scan, or ankle-brachial index. Your lifetime risk of heart attack and …
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… Overview Cholesterol (or lipid) problems are common in … blood levels are usually elevated. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) blood level is … blood levels are usually elevated. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) blood level is …
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… your heart. footnote 1 If you have severely high triglycerides, your doctor may recommend … fish oil medicine. This medicine is a highly concentrated form of omega-3 fatty … oil supplements. Related Information High Cholesterol High Triglycerides References …
