Cholesterol
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![Elizabeth Fitch has a genetic condition that causes high cholesterol.](/images/uploads/main_images/_main_article_list/familial_hypercholesterolemia-elizabeth-fitch.jpg)
Genetic condition teaches teen importance of heart health
Elizabeth Fitch is a lot like other teens. She enjoys spending time with her friends. She's a member of...
Cholesterol![Eating a heart-healthy diet can reduce or prevent high cholesterol in most people.](/images/uploads/main_images/_main_article_list/cholesterol-diet-veggies-fruit.jpg)
What you do now can prevent heart disease later
Jennifer Robinson, M.D., studies cholesterol and cholesterol drug therapies with support from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute....
Cholesterol, Nutrition![Eat a variety of nutritious foods, including vegetables, to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.](/images/uploads/main_images/_main_article_list/6-ways-to-lower-cholesterol.jpg)
6 ways to lower your cholesterol
High LDL cholesterol can lead to heart disease, which is the number one cause of death in the U.S....
Cholesterol![Though your body needs cholesterol, too much of it can cause health issues.](/images/uploads/main_images/_main_article_list/cholesterol-101.png)
Cholesterol: Know the terms
What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in the cells in your body. Your body needs cholesterol to...
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Cholesterol: The good, the bad, and the unhealthy
We hear about cholesterol in the news, in diets, and on advertisements. But what exactly is it? Cholesterol is a...
Cholesterol, Nutrition