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    8 Ways to Lower Bad Cholesterol and Triglycerides

    February 2, 2018

    A recent health checkup indicated a jump in my LDL, or bad cholesterol numbers. My husband, recently evaluated due to a new health program at work, was told his triglyceride numbers were too high. What are LDL and triglycerides? LDL or low-density lipoprotein is the “less desirable” type of cholesterol in your body, (that is how I remember which is which). LDL causes plaque build-up in arteries, which causes blood to be restricted and can result in heart attacks, heart disease, and strokes.  I have a family history of heart disease and my father has survived several heart attacks – so this is cause for concern for me. Ideal LDL…

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