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Help! both my good and bad cholesterols are high, is this bad?
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Need to know: Actual results. However, you can help your cause by reducing intake of saturated fats, losing weight if you are even slightly overweight, exercise at least 150 minutes/week and if all that does not work consult your doctor to see if medication is needed.
Answered 12/24/2013
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