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Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Cholesterol Drug Users Taking Statins as a License to Overeat

The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association indicates that the number of US adults eligible to take cholesterol-lowering drugs may reach 56 million.

Lipitor, Zocor and Crestor may hinder the production of cholesterol, which is used to build new cells and keep the body functioning. High cholesterol increases the chances of developing heart disease and fatty deposits in blood vessels.

There are generally no symptoms of high cholesterol. A simple blood test can tell you what your current cholesterol level is at. The National Cholesterol Education program recommends that all adults have their cholesterol levels checked once every five years.

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