October 2007
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High Cholesterol
Learn about Atherosclerosis
In the United States and most other Western countries, atherosclerosis is the leading cause of illness and death. In the United...

Additional Information About High Cholesterol
Butter, Margarine, and Cooking Oils
Which should you use -- margarine or butter? Well... neither is ideal, because butter is loaded with saturated fat, and almost all margarines have some saturated fat and trans fatty acids.
Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Review 'Questions To Ask' about high cholesterol so you're prepared to discuss this important health issue with your health care professional.

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