how might you help Mr. Pfiefer reduce his cholesterol level? Hyde Pfiefer a retired 70-year-old German American has lived in the United States for the last 50 years. A widower of 5 years Mr. Pfiefer prepares his own meals following his wifes recipes from the old country. Nine months ago Mr. Pfiefer was told that his cholesterol is elevated and he was instructed about a low-fat diet. His most recent test results show his values to be unchanged.