Most importantly, there is good evidence that lowering the LDL improves the longevity of bypass grafts. Thus, your goal should be to get your LDL to 80-100. We also suspect that raising the HDL helps, but studies have not been completed yet to prove this. If these measures don't work, then you will probably need lipid lowering medication that your physician can prescribe for you. I hope you find this information useful.
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