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  • What is High Cholesterol? collapse

    Cholesterol is a fatty substance, also called a lipid, that's produced by the liver. It’s a vital part of the structure and functioning of our cells.

    So how can something your body needs be harmful?

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    Do You Have High Cholesterol? collapse

    Body mass index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight. The National Institutes of Health has prepared adult BMI guidelines to help determine if someone is underweight, at a healthy weight, overweight, or obese.

    Use the BMI calculator to determine your current BMI.

  • Living With High Cholesterol collapse

    We’re happy you’ve decided that it’s time to start managing your cholesterol and slowing plaque buildup over time. Take the time to look around.

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    Treatment collapse

    For some people, modifying their diet, losing weight and making some changes to their lifestyle may reduce their cholesterol levels to normal. Other people may need to take medicine to reduce their cholesterol levels.

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