What really causes your blood fats to skyrocket? Groundbreaking discoveries have delivered surprising new answers.

Chia seeds provide fiber, omega-3s and antioxidants that can help lower cholesterol. Chia seeds are versatile, cost-effective and easy to incorporate into a heart-healthy diet. Eating plant-based ...

You might have high LDL cholesterol and not even know it. We spoke to experts about how to monitor this health stat so you ...

Your morning coffee order or evening cocktail could be delivering more saturated fat than a cheeseburger, quietly clogging ...

High cholesterol can lead to serious health problems including heart disease and stroke, but making simple dietary changes ...

Around 33% to 36% of adults in the U.S. have a lousy LDL cholesterol level of 130 mg/dL or higher, putting them at risk for a heart attack, stroke, peripheral vascular disease and dementia. Aiming for ...

Studies show that an LDL level at or below 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) is ideal for most adults. If you have a ...

Kristen Fischer has written for numerous health publications, hospitals, and medical companies, and is a member of the Association of Health Care Journalists. Eating two eggs daily can improve ...

Adding healthy fats to your daily meals helps lower bad cholesterol and supports the body from the inside with every meal ...

Some of the changes that occur during the menopausal transition can affect your cholesterol levels. These include decreased estrogen, loss of muscle mass, weight gain, and insulin resistance.

Dementia affects millions of people worldwide, and numbers are increasing rapidly. One factor that may increase the risk of dementia is high levels of blood cholesterol. Now, a study has found that ...