Inc. HOW WE DIE These are the top ten causes of death in the United States during 1995 according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One approach to life extension is to attack the root causes of these major sources of death and disability.
Heart disease is, by far, the biggest killer.
It is also one of the most preventable. The main dietary cause of high LDL cholesterol is consumption of certain saturated fats. Niacin is very effective at reducing LDL cholesterol and raising HDL, especially if taken in doses of 1 to 3 grams. It usually comes in 400 or 500 mg. Larger amounts may need to be taken by those with naturally high LDL levels.