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Cholesterol-lowering supplements may be helpful
Red yeast rice might be dangerous
Garlic might be ineffective
Medications might be necessary
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Red yeast rice — Natural doesn't mean safe
Dietary supplements may not be enough
Garlic might be ineffective
Garlic is one of the best-known supplements for reducing cholesterol. Earlier studies on garlic produced conflicting results, but some indicated that garlic might lower cholesterol. However, more recent research has shown no evidence of cholesterol-lowering benefits.