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I exercise 5dys a week eat healthy take zocor and my ldl's are still high hdl's are great i dont understand. also what oil is best to cook with for ldl's and heart health. i dont drink or smoke and i'm a diabetic, your opinion would be appreciated ty?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

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Genetic problem: You inherited the tendency to make too much cholesterol. As a diabetic, one should treat the LDL cholesterol to a level of 70 or lower. Often this requires the strong medicine Zocor at a high dose. Work with your PCP or Endocrinologist to achieve this response. Good luck

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Answered 12/21/2019

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A member asked:

I exercise 5dys a week eat healthy take zocor and my ldl's are still high hdl's are great i dont understand. also what oil is best to cook with for ldl's and heart health. i dont drink or smoke and i'm a diabetic, your opinion would be appreciated ty?

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