High Blood Cholesterol

Frequently Asked Questions

9. Many things can affect a person's blood cholesterol level. What are some of the things I can control?

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You can control

• what you eat. Foods containing saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol raise your cholesterol.
• your weight. Being overweight tends to increase your LDL level, reduce your HDL level, and increase your total cholesterol level.

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