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Dr. Steven Edelman discusses how insulin pump therapy works, who can benefit from using an insulin pump, and common concerns people have before starting. Series: “Taking Control of Your Diabetes” [3/2008] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 14226]

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Pump up good cholesterol
What should I do to raise my HDL cholesterol besides get more omega-3 fatty acids in my diet? A. You may think we’ve gone off the deep end by suggesting raising your cholesterol to lower it, but the higher your good HDL is, the less trouble your lousy LDL cholesterol may be. It’s extra important to increase your HDL if you’re over 50. If you’re a man over 60, underline that. Healthy HDL is your …

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