This guide is divided into two sections, one for physicians and the other for patients. The physician section lists different resources including continuing medical education opportunities on the medical and scientific aspects of cholesterol and heart disease and on the physician's role in diagnosis and patient management. Additional materials on the dietary aspects of blood cholesterol lowering are also given. The patient section guides readers to information sources that offer practical tips to achieve the goals set by the physician. Since dietary changes are the first line of treatment, information on three major topics is covered: (1) fat and cholesterol content of foods; (2) guidelines for cooking and choosing foods; and (3) how to locate a dietitian to give personalized nutrition counseling for blood cholesterol lowering effects. Worksheets for both physician and patient are included. (JD)