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How can a middle age 55 y/o male have 94 total cholesterol when parents were 300 and 260. not on any special diet but do exercise some. ?
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Luck of the draw: If is conceivable and likely that your parents were both heterozygotes for the bad gene and both their passed on the good copy to you. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex.
Answered 12/1/2015
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