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Tipton, KS | John Burns - 4/3/2026 08:43
Why is cholesterol almost the sole focus of heart disease? Because
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Cholesterol is often the primary focus of heart disease management because high levels of Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) are a major, modifiable, and well-researched cause of atherosclerosis—the foundational process behind most heart attacks and strokes.
Cleveland Clinic
While other factors such as smoking, blood pressure, and diabetes play significant roles, cholesterol is specifically targeted because it acts as a building block for arterial plaques, and decades of data have shown that lowering it can directly reduce the risk of heart disease
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New Guidelines For Managing Cholesterol
