A 60-year-old female asked:

Is oat bran capsules a good way to reduce cholesterol?

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Dr. Donald Alvesanswered

Emergency Medicine 26 years experience

It will some, but...: Eating oat bran is better for you and may have a more pronounced effect. Good luck!

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Dr. Steven Watry commented

General Practice 22 years experience

Also consider psyllium husk, walnuts (not almonds or other nuts - they have other specific benefits), garlic, omega 3 (as in fish oil or flax - also a good sourse of fibers), niacin 500 mg (otc).

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Dr. William Jenkinsanswered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Diet is the: Best way to reduce cholesterol, EPA omega-3 fish oils help too

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