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	from Cathy Wong A recent survey found that about 63% of US women are concerned about high cholesterol, but only 32% know their cholesterol number. So this week, learn more about cholesterol and natural remedies that may help. Also this week, learn about nattokinase, a supplement that's made from a Japanese food with a strong cheese-like odor (thankfully, the supplement doesn't smell), and find out about red yeast rice.

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What is Nattokinase?
Although you might not have heard of nattokinase before, it's a supplement derived from a traditional Japanese food called natto. It's thought to help dissolve abnormal blood clots which can cause heart attacks and strokes. Learn more about nattokinase.

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What is Red Yeast Rice?
Earlier this month, the FDA warned against taking certain brands of red yeast rice because they contained lovastatin, which is an active pharmaceutical ingredient in prescription drugs such as Mevacor. The problem is that red yeast rice naturally contains lovastatin. Find out more about red yeast rice.

Natural Remedies for High Cholesterol
A recent study found that twice as many women knew how much they weighed in high school than knew their current cholesterol level. Find out more about high cholesterol and learn about natural remedies that can help.

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