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Why “Good” HDL Cholesterol Isn’t Always Good

…Torcetrapib, the Pfizer drug engineered to raise HDL levels by about 50 percent when taken in combination with Lipitor? National Geographic cited it as part of the all-out effort to develop a “multibillion-dollar blockbuster” drug that can raise HDL. The only problem with Torcetrapib was that the…

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Could Avocados Replace Statins?

…bit conflicting there is evidence that avocados—and their heart-healthy monounsaturated fat—can actually lower LDL “bad” cholesterol and raise HDL “good” cholesterol. What does this mean for you? If you’ve struggle with statin side effects—and you know I don’t recommend them unless…

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Many Doctors Are Focusing On the Wrong Type of Cholesterol

…level is low, here’s how to raise it: * First and foremost, take niacin (vitamin B3). Niacin is one of the most powerful nutrients available to raise HDL cholesterol. When you take niacin, you’ll likely experience a tingly, pins-and-needles, sometimes hot, flushing of the skin. This typically lasts…

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