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If salmon is supposed to be good for your heart then why does it have cholesterol in it?
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Basic biology: All food of animal origin has cholesterol. It's a component of our cell membranes, and you make your own especially when it's not in your diet. Truth is, JD, I'd urge you to eat what you actually like, avoiding the very greasy, very salty, and very sugary stuff as best you can, if you're otherwise healthy, and focus on staying physically, aerobically fit. Food choices are seldom key to health.
Answered 6/14/2015
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