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  Niacin and Cholesterol

  by Berkeley Wellness

  In large doses, the vitamin niacin has long been thought to help maintain good cholesterol levels. But the disappointing results of a 2011 study tarnished its anti-cholesterol credentials.

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  Chronotherapy: Timing Your Medications

  by Jeanine Barone

  Researchers are finding that timing certain medicines to sync with the body’s internal clock not only makes the dose more effective, but can possibly reduce side effects. Here are six drugs that might work better at specific times of day.

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  10 Common Cholesterol Questions

  by Berkeley Wellness

  "Cholesterol" is a household word, but still an elusive concept for many people. And no wonder. Biochemistry is hardly simple, even for biochemists. Here are a few cholesterol review notes.