- Saturated fats
- Saturated fats are found in foods derived from animals, including meats, whole milk and butter. Although small amounts generally aren’t harmful, eating too much increases the amount of LDL (‘bad’ cholesterol) in your blood.
- Statins
- Statins are a type of medication that reduce the amount of cholesterol in your blood by decreasing your liver’s cholesterol production.
- Symptoms
- Symptoms are any changes you notice in your body or body functions. These may indicate that something new is happening in your body. Always tell your doctor about any symptoms you might be experiencing.
- Systolic blood pressure
- Systolic blood pressure is the maximum pressure on the arteries that the heart exerts during contraction. It’s the first or top number in your blood pressure reading and ideally is at or below 120 mm Hg.
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