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On banting lchf diet, 40y/o male, bad cholesterol slightly elevated... no meds currently. what sources of good fat to use? recently started hemp oil.
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Marine Fish Oil: Has a large amount of scientific studies to support its usefulness. It is often taken to lower triglycerides and for eyes, brain, joint, and mood. Make sure you get a good brand w/about 50% of the total mgs in epa ; dha. If you are on a blood thinner check w/doc first. Coconut oil is another excellent fat.
Answered 12/31/2022
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