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So let's wrap up this video series.
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Cholesterol's in every membrane of your cell.
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Now right now, LDL is thought to be the
most significant contributor to atherosclerosis,
which is why we use the statins.
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Diet and exercise can significantly impact LDL and
HDL levels, meaning lower LDL can raise the HDL.
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However, sometimes medications are necessary, and statins
are the most effective drugs for lowering blood LDL levels.
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Now statins increase the number
of LDL receptors in the liver.
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So more in the liver, means less in the blood.
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So the target is usually an
LDL of less than 100 (mg/dL)
but if the patient has some significantly high
risk, we may shoot for less than 70 (mg/dL).
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Most statins should be given at night, so
be sure to educate your patient about that.
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So you should give or take your statins at nighttime
for the most effective experience of lowering the LDL.
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Thank you for watching our video today.