High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is considered "good cholesterol" because it helps remove harmful types of fats and cholesterol ...

The term “cholesterol” is thrown around a lot to describe a waxy substance that can build up in your arteries, but there are actually two forms of cholesterol—LDL and HDL. LDL cholesterol is known as ...

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 ...

The term “cholesterol” is thrown around a lot to describe a waxy substance that can build up in your arteries, but there are actually two forms of cholesterol—LDL and HDL. LDL cholesterol is known as ...

Whatever we do in our daily lives directly affects our bodies. This is the reason why health experts advise everyone to be careful. Cholesterol is one of the problems that is increasing rapidly due to ...

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.

Owing to many potentially anti-atherogenic functions and the inverse correlation of high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-cholesterol (C) plasma levels with cardiovascular risk, HDLs have evolved as an ...

Medically reviewed by Jeffrey S. Lander, MD Key Takeaways Barley is a heart-healthy ingredient that can help control your cholesterol levels.The soluble fiber beta-glucan found in barley reduces ...

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 ...

So my cardiologist is up my ass to get my HDL up. It was 32 the first time I got it checked, now it is up to 45 but he still wants more. I managed to bump my LDL up to 110 from 80ish, but I attribute ...

February is a month decorated with love and hearts in anticipation of Valentine’s Day, but it’s also Heart Health Month. It is important to know your numbers and stay healthy, but should you develop ...