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Cholesterol total 138 ldl 62 hdl 35 but triglyceride 258 ! im 23 what can i do?

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Lifestyle: Add fibre, avoid fructose and other sugars in excess, cut down on trans fats. Also exercise and alcohol only in moderation. Can also try adding slo-niacin supplement if it still doesn't come down

Dr Husar agreed

Answered 7/27/2014

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