1. Non-Drug Ways to Promote Health by Lowering Cholesterol

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Source content created by J. Adam Rindfleisch, MD, UW Integrative Medicine Program, and Asst. Prof., Dept. of Family Medicine, University of Wisconsin-Madison.

3. Cholesterol is important for good health.
What is
Diet
Cholesterol is important for good health. 

4. Exercise How does the body get too much cholesterol?
High blood cholesterol can run in families. 
How does the body get too much cholesterol?
Exercise
Your diet may include too many foods high in cholesterol. 

5. How will I benefit by lowering my cholesterol?
Lowering cholesterol levels can reduce the risk of developing heart diseases.  
Lowering cholesterol levels can reduce the risk for those with heart disease.

6. Understanding
Cholesterol is measured through a simple blood test known as a lipoprotein profile.

7. What cholesterol levels are considered good?
HDL
LDL

8. Are there other ways to prevent heart disease?
Avoid smoking 
Minimize stress 

9. Mediterranean Diet
Are non-drug therapies just as helpful as medications for heart health?

10. For More Information:
University of Wisconsin Department of Family Medicine and Community Health

11. Non-Drug Ways to Promote Health by Lowering Cholesterol

12. FOR YOUR INFORMATION
The information in this presentation is for general education. It is not meant to be used by a patient alone. Please work with your health care practitioner to use this information in the best way possible to promote your health.

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