Cholesterol Claims at Issue

Elevated LDL-cholesterol and low HDL-cholesterol levels in the blood are among the major risk factors for coronary heart disease (CHD), the nation’s No. 1 killer, and are subject to modification through diet, exercise, and if necessary, cholesterol-lowering medications. With average LDL-cholesterol levels above the desirable levels, it’s not surprising that adult Americans are seeking ways to lower their cholesterol levels.

Labeling laws allow foods or dietary supplements to make approved health …