High-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), the "good cholesterol," transports cholesterol from the arteries to the liver for elimination. Previous studies have demonstrated an association between ...

Regulating cholesterol levels is crucial for heart health. There are two types of cholesterol (we’ll explain the difference between “good” and “bad” shortly), and if you have too much of the kind that ...

High cholesterol is often the result of an unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, smoking cigarettes, obesity, or genetics. Here's ...

High cholesterol can be dangerous to your health because it reduces blood flow and increases the risk of heart attack and ...

High-density lipoprotein, or HDL, cholesterol -- often referred to as the "good" cholesterol -- may not be as useful in predicting the risk of heart disease and protecting against it as previously ...

This transcript has been edited for clarity. For more episodes, download the Medscape app or subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast provider. Pam Taub, MD, FACC ...

High cholesterol can contribute to the build-up of plaque in your arteries, which can increase blood pressure by making it harder for your heart to pump blood through your blood vessels.

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.

High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is sometimes known as “good” cholesterol. Ways of boosting HDL levels include exercise, consuming olive oil and other healthy fats, and following a keto diet. Having ...

Knowing your cholesterol levels is important. Too low or too high can have implications for your health. If it is too low it can cause a condition called hypocholesterolemia or hypolipidemia. This ...

An analysis of 3.9 lakh lipid profile tests conducted by laboratory chain Metropolis Healthcare across India over the past ...