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2. You can lower your cholesterol by up to 25% with diet and ...

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   A systematic review found it brought lower total cholesterol of 12.3% to 31.3% and lower LDL of 7.6% to 40.8%. “It seems to have some effect on decreasing cholesterol, but the research is not as ...

3. The 40 Best Foods for Lowering Your Cholesterol, According to ...

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   Tiny chia seeds contain a wealth of omega-3 fatty acids, polyphenols, vitamins, and minerals, all of which have been shown to decrease your triglycerides and control LDL (bad) cholesterol.

4. Worried About Your Cholesterol Levels? Try Incorporating ...

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   Dark chocolate contains flavonoids, a compound that has been found to decrease LDL and total cholesterol. Eggplants. high in fiber, eggplants can help lower total cholesterol. Carrots.

5. Low-density lipoprotein - Wikipedia

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   Statins reduce high levels of LDL particles by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase in cells, the rate-limiting step of cholesterol synthesis. To compensate for the decreased cholesterol availability, synthesis of LDL receptors (including hepatic) is increased, resulting in an increased clearance of LDL particles from the extracellular water ...

6. Lipid-lowering agent - Wikipedia

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   Level of the good cholesterol HDL is also increased. Fibrates may decrease LDL, though generally to a lesser degree than statins. Similar to statins, the risk of muscle damage exists. Nicotinic acid, like fibrates, is also well suited for lowering triglycerides by 20–50%. It may also lower LDL by 5–25% and increase HDL by 15–35%.

7. 8 Best Heart-Healthy Mediterranean Diet Foods, According to a ...

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   Rich in monounsaturated fats, it helps lower LDL cholesterol (often referred to as the “bad” kind) and raises HDL cholesterol (the “good” kind), which can help reduce the risk of ...