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… Condition Basics What is high cholesterol? High cholesterol means that you have too much …
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… 68a Nutrition series Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your blood. There are two main types: HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' cholesterol … lipoprotein) or 'bad' cholesterol Having high LDL cholesterol can block blood vessels …
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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 … from building up in your arteries. High levels of HDL (1.5 or above) are linked … a lower risk of heart attack and stroke. High cholesterol is treated with lifestyle …
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… health and treating conditions, such as high cholesterol. A dietitian can evaluate your diet … find one in your area. Related Information High Cholesterol Weight Management Credits …
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… A child may have a higher chance of having high cholesterol if he or she: Is overweight . Does … eat healthy foods. Has a family history of high cholesterol. Cholesterol tests for …
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… to decide when a person should have a cholesterol test. A cholesterol test can be one … disease. An adult who is being treated for high cholesterol may need more frequent tests, … Screening: Finding Health Problems Early High Cholesterol High Triglycerides References …
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… Overview The goal in treating cholesterol is to lower your chance of having a … choose to lower your risk will depend on how high your risk for heart attack and stroke is. … test result is less than 5.0 mmol/L A high LDL cholesterol test result (160 mg/dL or …
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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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… Condition Basics What are high triglycerides? Triglycerides are a type of … energy. You need some for good health. But high triglyceride levels are linked with a … a problem with your medicine. Learn more Cholesterol and Triglycerides: Eating Fish and …
