What are healthy levels of total cholesterol

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Case: High Cholesterol is a landmark and a contributor to heart disease. The best way to keep healthy cholesterol levels and/or to lower cholesterol is diet and exercise. (Yes, there is a genetic component but for this assignment we are looking at how you can control your cholesterol through diet). Answer the following questions about cholesterol in your body, saturated fats and fiber. CITE YOUR SOURCES FOR EACH QUESTION.

What are healthy levels of total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and non HDL? Is it different for women and men?
How much saturated fat is recommended (DRI) for you to eat daily? AND for your personally (off of myplate)?
How much saturated fat is recommended to eat daily if you have high cholesterol?
Why does a diet high in saturated fat increase your cholesterol levels? Tell me 2 types of food that are high in saturated fats.
How much cholesterol is recommended daily in your diet?
How much cholesterol is recommend daily in your diet if you have risk factors for heart disease?
What types of food have cholesterol in them-- Animal or plant? Give 2 examples.
How does fiber in your diet help to lower cholesterol?
How much fiber is recommended to eat daily?
List 5 Natural foods that are high in fiber.

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