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Get the Facts About Cholesterol

Cholesterol Levels and What They Mean

Tips to Lower Cholesterol

Cholesterol

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is the "bad" cholesterol, conversely, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol is the "good" cholesterol. High cholesterol treatment includes lifestyle changes (diet and exercise), and medications such as statins, bile acid resins, and fibric acid derivatives.

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Cholesterol Levels Pictures Slideshow

Watch this slideshow on Cholesterol levels and find out what it all means. Learn the alphabet soup of cholesterol testing: LDL, HDL, good, bad, and triglycerides. Pictures show tests, treatments, and critical foods from eggs to avocados.

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Lowering Cholesterol Pictures Slideshow

Worried about high cholesterol? Watch this slideshow of 15 simple tips that can help you lower cholesterol levels and avoid heart disease.

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Triglycerides

Triglycerides (Test)

Learn about triglycerides, and the triglyceride test that measures triglyceride blood levels. High triglyceride levels can lead to heart attack, stroke, fatty liver, or pancreatitis.

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Cholesterol Drugs

Cholesterol Drugs

Watch this slideshow to learn cholesterol basics, drug classes, and available drugs along with their benefits and side effects.

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Carotid Arteries Disease

Carotid Arteries Disease

View an Illustration of carotid arteries disease and see more medical anatomy and illustrations.

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