In this video, I discuss ways that you can lower your cholesterol levels. There are ways to lower cholesterol levels even without medications. This will include cutting down on saturated fats, increasing intake of healthy fats and following a plant based diet. Losing weight and increasing exercise are also essential in helping lower cholesterol levels.

There are times when medications are absolutely necessary. Many diabetics are statin therapy including atorvastatin, pravastatin, etc. This class of medication is known to lower chances of heart attacks or strokes. They are standard of care for diabetic patients.

Other classes include, welchol and zetia. Omega 3 are also beneficial which include fatty fish like bluefish and salmon. Watch to learn more on how to lower cholesterol levels.

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timecodes:

00:00 Intro
00:20 Lower cholesterol levels without medications
03:00 Lower cholesterol with diet and exercise
04:20 Statin therapy, atorvastatin, pravastatin
04:50 Heart attacks and strokes
05:00 Statin side effects
07:00 Zetia
07:40 Welchol
08:00 Fatty fish- Omega 3 fatty acids

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