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Your “normal” cholesterol and blood pressure may no longer be normal

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Your "normal" cholesterol and blood pressure may no longer be normal

The new guidelines encourage Americans to aim to lower their blood pressure and cholesterol levels and start monitoring them early to reduce their risk of heart disease. Oscar Wong/Getty Images The new guidelines urge Americans to aim to lower their cholesterol and blood pressure levels, with most adults aiming for LDL cholesterol below 100 mg/dL … Read more

Eating two foods lowers cholesterol ‘similar to statins’

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Cardiologist shared 2 foods that research shows can help lower cholesterol levels Foods containing “slow fiber” like oats are effective (stock image)(Image: Getty) Heart experts have identified foods that may have similar effects to statins, including their ability to lower cholesterol levels. Cardiologists from the British Heart Foundation (BFH) have highlighted two of the most … Read more