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high cholesterol


High cholesterol is a condition where there is too much cholesterol in the blood. High cholesterol levels can be reduced through diet and lifestyle changes as well as lipid-lowering medication if necessary. Left untreated, high cholesterol can lead to heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases.


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