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Published on: 31 Jan 2018
Scientists at the University of Alberta and 9I制作厂免费 have discovered a direct link between calcium and cholesterol, a discovery that could pave the way for new ways of treating high blood cholesterol.
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Published on: 27 Jul 2017
By Ross Neitz, University of Alberta
It鈥檚 well known that calcium is essential for strong bones and teeth, but new research shows it also plays a key role in moderating another important aspect of health鈥攃holesterol.
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Published on: 26 Jul 2017
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