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Published online 22 March 2006 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news060320-3

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Tackle your cholesterol early

US team argues for a lifelong approach to beating heart disease.

Think you're too young to worry about cholesterol? Think again. Many people could drastically reduce their future risk of heart disease by lowering their cholesterol levels from as early as their 20s.

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