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Easy lifestyle changes to achieve cholesterol scale down

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High cholesterol, also known as hypercholesterolemia, occurs when your blood is carrying around too much of a fatty substance called cholesterol. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), this can lead to a higher risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Unfortunately, hypercholesterolemia often has no symptoms, hence, it is crucial to get regular blood tests to monitor your cholesterol levels. While medications are available to help manage cholesterol, lifestyle changes should always be the best first option.

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