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The Correct Answer: A) True
The National Cholesterol Education Program recommends cholesterol
measurements every five years for men and women starting at age 20. But
younger people — even children — with a family history of early
heart disease or stroke may benefit from cholesterol testing,
particularly if they also have high blood pressure and are overweight.
Heart attacks and strokes are rare before midlife, but the damage that
sets the stage for them starts in childhood. If your blood cholesterol
is at a healthy level when you're in your 20s and 30s, that doesn't mean
you're home free. It's never too early to adopt the behaviors that will
help keep your cholesterol at a desirable level. Cut down on high-fat
foods, engage in regular physical activity, achieve a healthy weight and
stop smoking — or better yet, don't start
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