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What is a good alimentation to avoid a high cholesterol?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Marine fish oil: (for triglyceriedes) and / or red yeast rice (for ldl) will do it. Please consult w/doc so you are both on same page. Our liver produces most of our cholesterol. Diet accounts for 15-20%. Peace and good health.

Answered 5/7/2014

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