There’s a more accurate way of measuring who’s at risk for cholesterol-related health issues. So why don’t more doctors use ...

A viral debate questions olive oil’s heart-health status. Here’s what dietitians say about how canola oil and olive oil ...

The ability of niacin to influence LDL-P is under active investigation and it appears that the beneficial effects of niacin extend beyond the traditional evaluation of the 'lipid profile.' Taken ...

Most people know about “good” and “bad” cholesterol. But few realise there is another type called lipoprotein(a). It can raise the risk of heart attacks and strokes, even in people who do everything ...

The joint document, published simultaneously in the journals JACC and Circulation, addresses not just cholesterol, but a full range of blood lipids that contribute to atherosclerosis — the buildup of ...

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death around the world, and doctors have long focused on well-known risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, and high levels of “bad” ...

Sometimes diet and exercise are not enough to lower cholesterol levels. Many different medicine options exist, including Leqvio, which can be used alone or with other medicines to help people reach ...

Chances are, your cholesterol isn’t something you think too much about. When it comes to your health, your thoughts may already be preoccupied with figuring out more ways to get protein, how to get ...