moderately elevated cholesterol levels". The doctor said they are good and common first-line drugs. "anti-cholesterol" and wonder why her mother did not get this, new drugs? a.) What kind of "tablets" did your neighbor's mother probably get? b.) The mechanism of action of this type of preparation? c.) Is there a typical special side effe

moderately elevated cholesterol levels". The doctor said they are good and common first-line drugs. "anti-cholesterol" and wonder why her mother did not get this, new drugs? a.) What kind of "tablets" did your neighbor's mother probably get? b.) The mechanism of action of this type of preparation? c.) Is there a typical special side effe

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Chapter18: Fiber-modified Diets For Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders

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