Lower Your Cholesterol

Find out how to eat and exercise for lower cholesterol, learn easy, effortless ways to lower your cholesterol and get the facts on cholesterol supplements, statins and other cholesterol medication.

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Are You At Risk?

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer among both men and women. And about half of all adults in America have cholesterol levels that are too high. Take our quiz to test your knowledge about cholesterol, and get tips on how to improve your diet, exercise, and other factors that can affect your heart disease risk.

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