title: I always had very healthy cholesterol levels, but since I went into menopause, they have climbed, even though I'm watching my diet more than I ever have.  Is this normal and can I do anything about it other than taking medications?
mesh_terms: D002784:Cholesterol / Q000378:metabolism*; D003327:Coronary Disease / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D005260:Female; D015438:Health Behavior; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006304:Health Status; D006801:Humans; D006937:Hypercholesterolemia / Q000150:complications / Q000517:prevention & control*; D008593:Menopause / Q000378:metabolism*; D016387:Women's Health
chemical_list: D002784:Cholesterol