Cholesterol Level
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Heart attack calculator
NHLBI
Input your HDL and total cholesterol levels and find out your chances of myocardial infarction or coronary death within the next ten years. Then find ways to decrease your risk.
A silent killer
YouTube
There are no symptoms of high cholesterol, then one day you suddenly have a stroke. Find out your cholesterol levels now so that you can start taking steps to prevent a stroke.
Burn that fat
WebMD
Exercise not only helps control weight, but also helps balance cholesterol levels, by lowering LDL and raising HDL.
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New guidelines for LDL
Harvard
How could your cholesterol level go from normal to high without increasing? This article describes the 2004 update that lowered the optimal range for LDL cholesterol.
Learn more about cholesterol levels, determine your risk factors for heart disease, and find out how to improve your health with lifestyle modification.
Every little bit helps
Healthology
Although your doctor might eventually add a drug to your routine, everyone should start with a heart-healthy lifestyle of diet and exercise to promote good cholesterol levels.
Cholesterol in minorities
Centers for Disease Control
Unfortunately, many people in minority groups do not receive the healthcare they need. Don't let high cholesterol go undiagnosed and untreated. Find out your levels now.
If Dr. Margolis, a physician and cholesterol researcher, thinks these are good recommendations, then you should listen and take these steps to improve your cholesterol levels.
It's never too early
Kids Health
Obesity and other health concerns are on the rise in children. Teach children how to stay fit and maintain healthy cholesterol levels with proper nutrition and exercise.
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American Heart recommendations
American Heart
From which fats to use, to tips when eating out, learn what the American Heart Association suggests to promote healthy cholesterol levels.
Benefits and risks of statins
Mayo Clinic
Statins have been proven to lower LDL cholesterol levels, but they might convey added benefits. As with any drug however, there are always potential side effects.
Lowering LDL cholesterol is only part of the solution. Prescription nicotinic acid, or niacin, also helps raise HDL (good) cholesterol, contributing to healthier cholesterol levels.
Cholesterol blocker
Zetia
Zetia lowers cholesterol by a different mechanism than statins. Your doctor might prescribe both types of medicine to lower your LDL level.

