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High cholesterol after 40
For some people, cholesterol first becomes a familiar subject in midlife. It can introduce unfamiliar numbers and labels into conversations about health, or prompt thoughts about family history and the years ahead.
Food, family traditions, convenience and enjoyment all have a place in daily life, which can make discussions around cholesterol feel quite personal. This topic offers space to explore those experiences without turning everyday choices into a scorecard or assuming that everyone has the same circumstances.
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High cholesterol articles
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4 Lifestyle Changes That Lower Bad Cholesterol Better Than Statins
Discusses diet, exercise, weight management and dietary fats in relation to cholesterol and cardiovascular health.
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Are PCSK9 Inhibitors for LDL Cholesterol Safe and Effective?
Assesses evidence on PCSK9-inhibiting medicines used to lower LDL cholesterol, including their effectiveness and safety.
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Cardiologist speaks truth about cholesterol and statins
Discusses elevated cholesterol, arterial plaque and the benefits and limitations associated with cholesterol-lowering statin drugs.
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Cholesterol “solution” found inside artichokes, according to MANY studies
Reviews research into artichoke leaf extract and its possible effects on total and LDL cholesterol levels.
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Cholesterol Lowering Statins Found to Damage Peripheral Nerves
Discusses research into statin use and the possible risk of peripheral nerve damage.
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Cholesterol Myths You Need to Stop Believing
Examines common claims about dietary cholesterol, total cholesterol and cardiovascular risk.
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Cholesterol: It's All Good
Discusses the biological functions of cholesterol and questions the conventional distinction between good and bad cholesterol.
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Cracking the Cholesterol Myth: How Statins Harm the Body and Mind
Reviews published concerns about cholesterol-lowering statin medicines and their reported adverse effects.
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Diet Versus Drugs for High Cholesterol
Compares dietary changes with cholesterol-lowering medicines and examines recommendations involving saturated fat, fibre and physical activity.
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Eggs Are Good for Your Cholesterol
Discusses egg consumption, saturated fat and the interpretation of different cholesterol measurements.
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Local High cholesterol support
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CREW Heart Support Group
Community heart-support group offering exercise rehabilitation, walking and friendship, with activities intended to support recovery and reduce heart and circulatory health risks.
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HEARTBEAT – Brighouse Heart Support Group
Professionally instructed exercise and Tai Chi classes for adults completing cardiac rehabilitation or living with cardiac risk factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or excess weight.
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