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I am wondering what health risks are associated with low cholesterol ?
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Probably none: Generally, populations with low cholesterol appear to have the lowest rates of heart disease and stroke. Some studies have suggested that very cholesterol levels below 100 might be associated with cancer, but most experts believe this is due to cancer causing low cholesterol rather than the other way round. Longer studies have not shown any risk. Hope this information helps.
Answered 6/20/2015
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Cancer,cerebral hem&: Quoting dr. Ronald hoffman "very low cholesterol is associated with dementia, depression, moodiness, aggressive behavior, violence & decreased learning ability and intelligence.It's also a risk factor for...Increased mortality from cancer, infections and suicide." men with chol. Below 150 have 4x the risk of cerebral hemorrhage than men with levels <190. See http://www.Ctds.Info/low_cholesterol.Html.
Answered 12/9/2013
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