Answer: In general, partners of persons with syphilis should be evaluated and treated empirically, according to the criteria specified in the 2010 STD Treatment Guidelines (page 28).
â¢ Research has shown the ability of garlic and onions to reduce cholesterol levels. In fact, numerous studies have suggested that as little as one clove of garlic or half an onion each day could lower total cholesterol levels by up to 15 percent in most individuals.
Curb Cholesterol, Not Flavor. Itâs no secret that certain foods can help you lower your LDL (âbadâ) cholesterol, which causes a buildup of plaque in the arteries that leads to heart disease, heart attacks, and stroke.atural chemicals called sterols, which you get from plant foods, help your body absorb less cholesterol. Now, many foods from granola bars and yogurt to orange juice are fortified with plant sterols, which can help reduce cholesterol levels by 6% to 15%.