What foods should I avoid before a cholesterol test? Cardiologist reveals what to eat the night before, whether you need to fast and which foods impact results.
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Can you check cholesterol levels at home? Cardiologist explains what works and what to trust
Cholesterol is one of those health terms we hear often but rarely think about until a test report surprises us. It is a waxy, fat-like substance present in our blood and is essential for making ...
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Should You Fast Before a Cholesterol Test? Cardiologists Say Its No Longer Necessary for Most People
New research shows that fasting before a cholesterol test may not be needed for most patients, though experts recommend avoiding sweets to get the most accurate results.
Some 71 million people in the U.S. have high low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) — what’s commonly referred to as “bad cholesterol.” But up to 40% of them aren’t aware of their high ...
Understanding your cholesterol test results in plain English Your doctor hands you a cholesterol report filled with ...
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