Americans' Cholesterol Levels Fall

American Voices • Opinion • ISSUE 48•42 • Oct 18, 2012

A new study has found that despite an increase in obesity, Americans have seen their cholesterol levels fall significantly since the late 1980s, possibly as a result of eating fewer trans fats and taking drugs such as Lipitor. What do you think?

“Hey, we’re only outwardly disgusting now. That’s a start.”
Clarissa LaViolette –
Glass Beveler
“While that’s encouraging news for the millions of people currently struggling with obesity in this country, it really sucks for those of us who like to tell them they’re all going to die soon.”
Daniel Zietlow –
Vault Cashier
“Sounds like a certain nation has a little room for dessert then!”
Marty Corrigan –
Tub Washer

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