Avocado and Corn Salsa
Avocado and corn are given a flavor boost by fresh cilantro and lime. Serve this salsa with a Baked Chickenfor an easy weekday meal.
Cholesterol and You
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood that your body needs to build cells. However, too much can pose a problem.
High cholesterol usually has no symptoms, so the American Heart Association (AHA) recommends that adults aged 20 or older have their cholesterol checked every four to six years.
Bad cholesterol can be elevated by age, family history, certain health conditions (e.g., Type 2 diabetes and obesity) and lifestyle factors. While you can’t control all those risk factors, you can take steps to lower your risk for high cholesterol with the following lifestyle changes:
The only way to know whether you have high cholesterol is to check your levels. Visit your doctor for a cholesterol screening and to discuss lifestyle risks. Download our September newsletter to learn more!
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