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.

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.