South Texas Healthy Living focuses on dangers of high cholesterol

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Tom Castañeda from South Texas Health System discussed an upcoming episode of South Texas Healthy Living focused on high cholesterol.

The episode aims to educate the public on cholesterol management, highlighting its prevalence in 86 million Americans and its commonality among those with diabetes.

The program will feature a local physician, a patient testimonial, a cooking demonstration, and exercise tips.

Emphasis is placed on the importance of diet, exercise, and regular cholesterol checks, especially for those with a family history of high cholesterol.

This episode airs on Sunday, Dec. 29 at 11 a.m. on NBC 23.