When you have excess LDL cholesterol in the blood, it can lead to heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems.

They’re behind millions of deaths every year – but fatty build-ups in our arteries often slip by unseen. How can we spot them ...

There’s a good reason why high cholesterol is known as a “silent killer”. In most cases it has no symptoms but potentially ...

Typically, dementia is associated with classic symptoms like confusion and memory loss. But new research finds that there could be a less obvious risk factor out there: your cholesterol levels. The ...

Cholesterol is an essential fatty substance produced by the liver, and consumed in food. However, high levels of cholesterol can cause health problems, including coronary heart disease. A new study ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Can you please explain what is cholesterol/high-density lipoprotein and the significance of a high HDL cholesterol value? What about non-HDL ...

Whether you are working on lowering cholesterol or not, a non-diet approach can be helpful. As a Non-Diet Dietitian, my take on helping people care for themselves and support health differs from the ...

High cholesterol is often painted as a one-way ticket to heart disease, but science and real-life stories tell a more complex tale. Not everyone with high cholesterol ends up in a cardiologist’s ...

Elevated cholesterol levels affect millions of Americans, substantially increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. While prescription medications effectively reduce cholesterol, many people seek ...