GPON utilizes point-to-multipoint topology. A passive fiber splitter is used to split the fiber to multiple premises, thus reducing the amount of fiber and central office equipment required compared with point-to-point architectures.
Niacin, sometimes called nicotinic acid, can lower your triglycerides and your bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, cholesterol). It's typically reserved for people who have triglyceride levels over 500 mg/dL (5.7 mmol/L). Don't take over-the-counter niacin without talking to your doctor first.
You can help lower triglyceride levels by choosing whole grain foods over processed foods, advises Dr. Frid. Examples of whole grain foods include whole wheat pasta, brown rice, whole grain bread, and whole grain cereal. To help lower triglycerides, avoid foods that have the words bleached as a first ingredient.