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Conditions in DepthThis page contains the basic information about High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia) . High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)DiagnosisYour doctor will ask if anyone in your family has had coronary artery disease, high cholesterol or diabetes. The doctor will ask about your diet and if you have ever smoked. He or she will check your blood pressure and look for xanthomas and xanthelasmas. Your doctor can confirm a diagnosis of high cholesterol with a simple blood test.
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TIP: Buy your beets with the greens still attached--it's great way to check for freshness and the greens can be used for another recipe.
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