cholesterol question

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When I had my serum B12 tested, I also had my cholesterol checked. My

Western doctor said it was a great number 109 with 47 HDL (good

cholesterol). My Chinese Med doctor said it's too low. 150 is a good

number and I should have at least 60 for my HDL to avoid risk of

spontaneous strokes.

Anyone have thoughts about this? Ideas for getting a good source of

cholesterol given that I'm vegan? Is this a serious danger?

The other thing the Chinese Med doctor mentioned was an amino acid made

from two other amino acids (starts with a " c " but it's not cystein) and

it's only available in animal food. I can't remember the name right

now.

Is all of this sounding like I have to eat animal food? Thoughts,

suggestions, comments appreciated!!