LDL cholesterol, often called “bad” cholesterol, is significant in heart health. It’s a waxy substance in the blood that can accumulate in artery walls, forming plaque. This plaque buildup, known as ...

Cholesterol science has grown from a single-number focus to a broader understanding of LDL and HDL behavior, triglycerides, inflammation, and metabolic health. This overview explores how multiple ...

If it’s higher than ideal, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, between 2015 and 2018, almost 12% of U.S. adults ages 20 and up had high total ...

Understanding your cholesterol levels is a critical step in maintaining and improving your heart health. Cholesterol, a waxy substance found in your blood, plays a crucial role in building healthy ...

(WNDU) - Nearly two in five people in the U.S. have high cholesterol. LDL is referred to as bad cholesterol, while high-density lipoprotein, or HDL, is referred to as good cholesterol. It’s commonly ...

High cholesterol, or hypercholesterolemia, affects nearly 1 in 3 American adults—yet it often goes undetected until a serious event like a heart attack or stroke occurs. It's one of the major ...

May 4—(Family Features) These days, wellness information is practically everywhere you turn. Do this; don't do that. Eat more of this; eat less of that. This is good for you; that is bad. It can be ...

Egg yolks have long been blamed for causing high cholesterol. But mounting scientific evidence suggests they were never ...