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).
Whole-Grain Breads and Cereals. Studies show that dietary fiber can lower LDL cholesterol, but most Americans arenât eating nearly enough. To get more, skip refined grains with âenrichedâ flours in favor of labels that say âwhole grains.â Breakfast is the perfect time to get a fiber boost.
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%.