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<p>On the "About Us" page, we learn this site is managed by a board of directors made up of health care professionals. The page also lists their areas of expertise.</p>
<p>Two board members are cardiologists (doctors who specialize in heart health).</p>
<p>This is important because you want reliable information about cholesterol, which affects heart health.</p>
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<p>Now let's go to the other site and look for the same clues.</p>
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