Many people in the UK have been recently diagnosed with 'high cholesterol' or warned by their GPs that this is one of the factors that put them in the high-risk category for heart disease. Heart disease has long been thought of as a disease that affects men, but latest figures show that now women are more likely to die from heart disease as they are from cancer. Many people take versions of the 'statin' drugs some of these are available in the UK as 'over the counter' drugs. These can have devastating side effects that can include muscle wasting. This book has information on diet and lifestyle changes that can help reduce your cholesterol levels and reduce the risks to your overall health without drugs. Features: A drug-free approach to treating High Cholesterol; Author has worked closely with Gillian McKeith; High Cholesterol is thought to affect up to 40% of the adult population; Many pharmacies now offer free Cholesterol Testing; The advice is practical realistic and right up-to date; Contains many easy to follow recipes.