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The Biggest Killer of the West: Learn the Risk Factors for Heart Disease

Heart disease or coronary artery disease (CAD) occurs when the arteries which supply the heart with oxygen become hardened. This is also known as the process of atherosclerosis. This can eventually result in complete blockage of a coronary artery and … Continue reading

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What Are Normal Cholesterol Levels

Although cholesterol serves many essential roles in keeping our bodies in good health it receives more attention when it is harmful to our bodies. It is harmful when there is too much in the body. We produce about 80% of … Continue reading

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Cholesterol Lowering Drugs

Despite the bad publicity that cholesterol gets, it is a vital part of the body and acts as a structural component of the cell membranes. We create cholesterol for this purpose in the liver. Any excess cholesterol that we need … Continue reading

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9 Myths and Facts About Cholesterol

MYTH # 1: In the high-yield cholesterol when exercise, diet and in fit condition, meaning it must be good cholesterol FACT: Besides exercise and diet there are other things that affect cholesterol levels, such as weight, smoking, family history, age, … Continue reading

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