French press or plunger coffee has higher contents of these cholesterol-raising compounds than filtered coffee does.
Espresso has an intermediate amount of these compounds, but data on espresso intake and cholesterol levels is limited.
But men saw a greater effect.
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Routhenstein said that the amount recommended might vary based on individual medical history.
What Are Normal Cholesterol Levels?
Having high cholesterol levels can increase the risk of health conditions likeheart diseaseand aheart attack.
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