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To explain: The three dietary changes that could help Person A to reduce his elevated blood cholesterol level.
Introduction: A functional food is a modified food that has a positive effect on health beyond the traditional nutrients it contains. It can be a part of a healthy and well-balanced diet. Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is present in fat. High blood cholesterol is a medical condition characterized by the presence of elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood. This disease can be hereditary, but also it can be caused by eating foods that are rich in saturated fat and animal protein.
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