While coconut water is low in calories, rich in potassium, and fat and cholesterol free, the evidence that it is actually better than plain water for simple hydration is unfortunately lacking.

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It is thought the extra cholesterol helps to free up the protein.

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It now offers free cholesterol tests to Aetna customers.

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Free radicals alter cholesterol in a process known as oxidation, which is thought to speed up the hardening of the arteries.

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If the FDA adopts the panel's recommendation -- the agency isn't required to do so, but typically does in such cases -- it would mark the first time that a statin was approved for heart-disease-free people with healthy cholesterol levels but other risk factors, including high levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker of inflammation.

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Last year, more than 34 million seniors and people with disabilities on Medicare used at least one free preventive service, such as mammograms and cholesterol screenings.

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