QUESTION 1: WHAT IS HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA?

A disease that affects the lungs
A medical condition characterized by elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood
A condition that only affects young people
A type of diabetes

QUESTION 2: WHY HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA MAY BE ESPECIALLY RELEVANT IN THE ELDERLY?

A diet rich in saturated fats is essential to prevent hypercholesterolemia
It is not necessary to pay attention to diet
A balanced diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol is essential to keep cholesterol levels under control
Eating processed foods is the best way to prevent hypercholesterolemia

Medications only in extreme cases
Mood-enhancing medications
Prescription drugs, such as statins, fibrates or resins, to lower cholesterol and prevent cardiovascular disease
Vitamin and mineral supplements