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I have been struggling with my weight for many years... now that I am getting older; the reality of high cholesterol affecting my lifestyle is becoming clearer. I have a wife and 4 children that need a father to be around. My father suffered a massive heart attack in 2002. Quadruple bypass hart surgery and a stint saved his life, in just... Read more Chevron

posted 05/14/2008, comments (2)|

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crestor and memory loss, behavioural change, change in taste

My Mother was diagnosed with high cholesterol approximately 1 year ago. She was not overweight, exercised regularly, and had a healthy diet compared to most North Americans. She elected to try to improve her diet and exercise further before using cholesterol lowering drugs. This Fall, her cholesterol was even higher, and with... Read more Chevron

posted 03/22/2008, comments (15)|

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Help for RAISING GOOD CHOLESTEROL without medication?!!

My 28 year old son has low good cholesterol. He is active, exercises regularly and maintains a healthy diet. Is there any way to boost the good cholesterol without medication? Is there a specific diet or natural herbs that will help? Thanks for any ideas!

posted 03/13/2008, comment (1)|

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Can multiple cholesteral meds decrease ability to ejaculate?

Hello, I have a good friend who has been taking a cocktail of Lipitor, Lisinpril, Tricor and Zetia, along with Folic Acid for the last seven years; he is 42 years old. He has not had this problem in the past, but he's also been complaining of lethargy lately and his stress level is relatively low. I'm an RN and have asked a few... Read more Chevron

posted 12/18/2007, comments (0)|

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Does my mother really need drugs for high cholesterol?

My mother's doctor has been trying to get my mom on medication for her cholesterol for years. I am perplexed, because her numbers are as follows: Total Chol. 267LDL 133HDL 104Triglycerides 151 With a ratio of 2.6, aren't those numbers actually good? Becky

posted 12/08/2007, comment (1)|

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