I acquired spices, experimented with low-fat skinless foul and developed a knack for cooking. For the first time in my life, I looked forward to going to the kitchen for more than grabbing something cold from the fridge. I shed 15 pounds, felt better than I had in years and brought down my cholesterol to acceptable levels. In the process, I learned four valuable lessons. Mevacor, one of several effective cholesterol-lowering drugs on the market.
Exercise really does lower cholesterol.
I've vigorously read the evidence, and it's irrefutable. Which is not to say I vigorously exercise myself, but at least I now own a bike. And, yes, some days I sit on it and make the pedals go around. It can even beat aerobic pinball. The Honolulu Advertiser, a division of Gannett Co .