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Overview Cholesterol (or lipid) problems are common in diabetes. These problems are usually related to obesity and insulin resistance . They can also be related to lack of insulin in your body. …
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… Condition Basics What is high cholesterol? High cholesterol means that you … in your blood. These include LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. High cholesterol levels don't … from past headaches. Examinations and Tests A blood test is used to check …
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… You and your doctor may decide to first try treating your high cholesterol without medicine. … have to make a few changes to follow a heart-healthy diet. The truth is that making … changes that can help you get started on healthy changes. 1. Eat healthy foods. Here …
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… such as coronary artery disease (CAD) , heart attack , or stroke . Your doctor may … such as coronary artery disease (CAD) , heart attack , or stroke . Your doctor may …
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… health and treating conditions, such as high cholesterol. A dietitian can evaluate your … to find one in your area. Related Information High Cholesterol Weight Management Credits …
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… syndrome? Metabolic syndrome is a group of health problems that may include too much fat … low HDL cholesterol . Together, this group of health problems increases your risk of heart … it? Metabolic syndrome is caused by an unhealthy lifestyle that includes eating too …
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… in which you have too much sugar (glucose) in your blood. Glucose is a type of sugar … your target range. You'll have to make some healthy changes to your daily habits. For … if you need to. Seeing your doctor regularly. Keeping your blood sugar in your target range. …
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Overview Quitting smoking is probably the most important step you can take to decrease your chance of coronary artery disease and a heart attack . Smoking raises your risk of getting coronary artery …