High Cholesterol
Hypercholesterolemia is the presence of high levels of cholesterol in the blood. A number of lifestyle changes are recommended in those with high cholesterol including: smoking cessation, limiting alcohol consumption, physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, and a diet low in saturated fats.
High Cholesterol Stories
Inhaling auto emissions can cause trigger changes in the protective qualities of good cholesterol. A new study finds that these changes can make it even worse than the bad cholesterol.
Researchers discover a genetic link to levels of bad cholesterol in baboons, and think the discovery could translate to a better cholesterol treatment for humans.
Researchers suggest middle-aged people who moderately exercise have a better chance of lowering heart failure risk.
Treat your mom to a special breakfast in bed with low calories, high health benefits, and lots of love.
A nutritional study reveals the cardiovascular benefits of eating whole walnuts or walnut oil.
Men who are obese in their young adult years are at significant risk for life threatening diseases that may cut their life short.
A fat, lecithin, that is in many common foods may be processed by bacteria into a chemical known to increase risk of heart disease.
The anti-teen drinking group MADD says alcohol-related driving deaths shouldn't be the heaviest concern on a parent's mind.
A new gene-based approach helped the liver clear 45 percent more "bad cholesterol," suggesting a new approach that works well with statins.
A study from the Netherlands claims that the present adult generation is significantly less healthy than past generations of adults.![Benefits Of Red Wine Don't Apply To Overweight And Obese [STUDY]](https://images.medicaldaily.com/sites/medicaldaily.com/files/styles/small/public/2013/08/04/0/36/3661.jpg)
New study claims the ingredient in red wine with anti-aging properties would not work for obese individuals.
Researchers have analyzed the association of blindness and cholesterol accumulation in the eye while also testing possible medications in eye drop form.