dietary cholesterol.
Others experience a smaller response.
Genetics, body weight, overall dietary patterns, and metabolic health may all influence the result.
This is why someone who has consistently high LDL cholesterol should not assume that a general recommendation for healthy adults applies without modification.
If a person is already being treated for high cholesterol, their doctor may recommend a specific dietary pattern based on blood test results and cardiovascular risk.
A balanced diet generally emphasizes vegetables, fruit, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and unsaturated fats while limiting foods high in saturated
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