Low HDL cholesterol, often overlooked, poses major risks to heart and brain health, increasing the likelihood of heart ...

LDL and HDL are two forms of cholesterol associated with heart health. Keeping them within an optimal range reduces your risk of heart disease. Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Cholesterol ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I’m a healthy and fairly active 62-year-old female. My blood pressure and cholesterol levels have always been very good, and there’s no history of heart issues in my immediate family.

Cholesterol, vital for cell health and hormone production, requires a delicate balance between LDL and HDL. High LDL clogs arteries, increasing heart risks, while HDL acts as a scavenger. Simple ...

What is the best therapeutic approach for asymptomatic patients with zero to two cardiac risk factors, elevated LDL (>130-160 mg/dL), and high HDL (>60 mg/dL)? At what LDL would you treat the ...

Elevated levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol are associated with an increased risk for new fractures in men, but ...

Scroll through social media and you’ll likely stumble across a “health influencer” tearing into a slab of red meat while ...