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Apr 2024
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2540: Lowering Cholesterol with Lifestyl...

Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
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Episode 2540:

Discover how to manage high cholesterol levels effectively when traditional methods fall short. This insightful discussion unpacks the complexities of cholesterol, its bodily functions, and advanced medication options like Praluent and Repatha, aimed at reducing LDL levels. Learn about impactful lifestyle changes, from diet tweaks to exercise tips, that could enhance medication efficacy and provide substantial health benefits.

Quotes to ponder:

"Cholesterol isn't just about what we eat; our bodies produce it too because we need some cholesterol floating around in our bloodstream."

"The liver makes cholesterol on its own. This is because we need some cholesterol floating around in the bloodstream."

"If our cholesterol levels get too high, it increases the risk of blockages in the arteries."

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