Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats can help lower LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol. Heart-healthy options include Mediterranean diet staples like extra virgin olive oil, avocados, ...
A patient recently showed me his annual health check-up, blood sugar normal, HbA1c 5.8%, cholesterol "borderline." His doctor ...
“Bad,” or LDL, cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and most people are screened for it as part of their ...
If you're in midlife, your risk may be changing-even if your numbers aren't.
A cardiologist says total cholesterol doesn’t reveal true heart disease risk—and points to six lipid markers that offer a clearer, more accurate picture of cardiovascular health.
“Bad,” or LDL, cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and most people are screened for it as part of their yearly physicals. Stream Connecticut News for free, 24/7, wherever you are.