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… High Cholesterol: Making Lifestyle Changes Actionset … "bad" LDL cholesterol from building up in your arteries. High levels of HDL (1.5 or above) are linked with a lower risk of heart attack and stroke. High cholesterol is treated with lifestyle changes and …
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… High-Protein Foods for Wound Healing On this page: Overview … you on the right amount of protein you need. Examples of high-protein foods High-protein foods include lean meat, poultry, and fish. You …
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… Diabetes in Children: Preventing High Blood Sugar Actionset Overview High blood sugar occurs when the sugar (glucose) level in … how well the body uses insulin. These changes can cause higher blood sugar levels. Some children who take insulin …
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… Diabetes: Preventing High Blood Sugar Emergencies Actionset Overview High blood sugar occurs when the sugar (glucose) level in … may have some mornings when your blood sugar level is very high, even if it was low when you went to bed. Talk with …
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… Tony's Story: Taking Medicine for High Cholesterol On this page: Tony's Story Related … About 2 years ago, Tony's doctor told him that he had a high risk for heart attack and that his cholesterol was high. So Tony, at the age of 55, started cholesterol …
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… High Cholesterol: How a Dietitian Can Help On this page: … promoting general health and treating conditions, such as high cholesterol. A dietitian can evaluate your diet and … to find one in your area. High Cholesterol Weight Management Current as of: …
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… High Blood Pressure: Using the DASH Diet Actionset Overview The DASH diet focuses on foods that are high in calcium, potassium, and magnesium. These nutrients … doesn't have the same effect as eating foods that are high in those nutrients. Don't make big changes in your diet …
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… High Blood Pressure: Taking Medicines Properly Actionset … Dealing With Medicine Side Effects and Interactions High Blood Pressure: Over-the-Counter Medicines to Avoid … Dealing With Medicine Side Effects and Interactions High Blood Pressure: Over-the-Counter Medicines to Avoid …
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… Diabetes: High or Low Blood Sugar in Young Children On this page: … the right things, your child can have problems with low or high blood sugar. Teach your child to be aware of the … or after taking insulin without eating enough. Symptoms of high blood sugar include: Feeling very thirsty. Passing …
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… Tyrell's Story: Taking Pills for High Blood Pressure On this page: Tyrell's Story Related … Tyrell's Story When Tyrell's doctor told him he had high blood pressure, he was shocked. "I thought, 'Hey, I'm a … fitness trainer. I'm in great shape. How could I have high blood pressure?' " He knew that both of his parents …
