Managing Cholesterol for Dummies - by Simon Poole & Amy Riolo (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Take charge of your heart health with this guide to managing cholesterol

Managing Cholesterol For Dummies demystifies cholesterol and clearly offers effective solutions for prevention, management, and lowering it which have changed in recent years.

This approachable guide helps you understand why balancing overall cholesterol is important, and what you can do to improve your numbers and keep them in check. It also navigates the latest lifestyle tips, medical treatments, complementary therapies, and culinary nutrition research available to keep your heart in shape. You'll also learn what cholesterol really is, how it's formed and linked to inflammatory processes you can reverse, and why it's never too early to think about keeping cholesterol regulated. If you're managing an existing condition, this book will help you make sure you're on a treatment path that works for you. This Dummies guide lays it all out in a clear way, so you can get your cholesterol questions answered without feeling overwhelmed.

• Learn how to maintain good health and reduce the risk of diseases linked to high cholesterol
• Get the latest cholesterol insights, like oxidized LDL cholesterol and why it matters
• Make mouthwatering recipes packed with fiber, antioxidants, and healthful fats to fight inflammation
• Decide on a treatment plan, including medications and complementary therapies, that's right for you

For anyone dealing with elevated cholesterol or helping a loved one manage their numbers--and for people who want to avoid high cholesterol altogether--Managing Cholesterol For Dummies covers all the must-know information for staying healthy.

From the Back Cover

Boost your heart health with this easy guide

Managing and balancing cholesterol is a tricky challenge for many people. Luckily, it's achievable if you're armed with the right info and tools. Managing Cholesterol For Dummies is an approachable guide for everyday people ready to take charge of this important part of their health. It offers practical lifestyle changes, explanations of effective medical treatments and complementary therapies, and food tips that will help you keep your heart in good shape. And all the info is clearly organized and consistent with the latest expert guidance.

Inside...

• Find heart-healthy recipes
• Build a heart health plan
• Understand useful medications
• Navigate nondrug therapies
• Demystify cholesterol facts
• Manage existing conditions
• Repair and reverse inflammation
• Improve your overall health

About the Author

Simon Poole, MD, has more than 30 years' experience as a doctor, teacher, and researcher. He's an award-winning author and a Senior International Collaborator with the Global Centre for Nutrition and Health in Cambridge (UK).

Amy Riolo is a bestselling author, award-winning chef, television host, and Mediterranean lifestyle ambassador.