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How concerned should I be about high cholesterol?
How concerned should I be about high cholesterol?
How concerned should I be about high cholesterol?
Your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of heart disease. With high cholesterol, you can develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels. Eventually, these deposits grow, making it difficult for enough blood to flow through your arteries
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What if you have slightly high cholesterol?
If you have slightly high cholesterol then it means that plaque is building up slowly in the arteries.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
I am 21 and my cholesterol levels are high. What should I do?
You should consult a doctor and exercise regularly.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Does eating boiled eggs cause cholesterol problems?
Eating too many boiled eggs may cause cholesterol problems.
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What is borderline high cholesterol?
If your total cholesterol level is 200 to 239, you have a borderline level. The word 'borderline' is used because levels of 200 to 239 are close to being high. A total cholesterol of 240 or above is a high level.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Can I eat rice if I have high cholesterol?
Yes, you can eat rice but limit unhealthy fats and alcohol consumption.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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