Annie, put your mind to rest, I have had high cholesterol for years and have been taking meds for it. Like Mark's, mine runs in the family. My diet was never the issue. My doctor tested me when I was in my 30's. Also have high blood pressure, this comes from being what he calls a stress-magnet. Luckily the meds keep it in line. When, I go to the doctor, I just look at him and ask him what else he can find wrong with me. i have had no side effects from any of the meds.
Birdie