Research
Molecular
Dietary fats definitely influence the level of serum cholesterol.
Clinicians should consider dietary fat intake when advising patients on cholesterol management.
StrongSupportsmedium confidence
This analysis supports an individualized approach to clinical management; each decision to prescribe a fat-controlled diet should be a judgment that depends on art-the therapeutic philosophy of each clinician and the particular needs of each patient-as well as on science.
Why this rating
The conclusion is based on a systematic evaluation of scientific evidence.
Source
Epidemiology as a guide to clinical decisions--II. Diet and coronary heart disease.
Stephen B. Hulley et al. · PubMed · 1981
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