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Cholesterol Center

Cholesterol is a blood fat needed by the body in moderate amounts. However, high cholesterol levels can lead to atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease (CAD) and heart attack. Methods for increasing good cholesterol or lowering bad cholesterol levels include cholesterol reducing drugs such as statins, fibrates, nicotinic acid and bile acid resins.

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Beat High Cholesterol


Cholesterol levels sky high? Learn how high cholesterol puts you at risk for heart disease, stroke, peripheral artery disease, and more. Here's what you can do to control high cholesterol and keep your arteries clear:

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