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What effect does niacin 500 mg have on ldl? niacin
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None: Controlled trials have not shown a benefit to taking niacin To reduce LDL, lose weight, exercise, and reduce intake of saturated fats, if need be, take statins. Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/. Wish you good health!
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