The way cholesterol is interpreted has changed dramatically over the past few decades — 9NEWS Medical Expert Dr. Payal Kohli ...

A new study projects that aligning U.S. cholesterol treatment with clinical guidelines could significantly reduce cardiovascular events nationwide. The study, led by researchers at Baltimore-based ...

More than 39,000 deaths, nearly 100,000 non-fatal heart attacks and up to 65,000 strokes in the U.S. could be prevented if ...

New study details gaps between actual and recommended use of statins and other lipid-lowering drugs—and estimates public ...

MORE: Newer drug may be an alternative to help lower heart disease risk, study finds Survey data was examined to see if adults had been informed about their above normal or high cholesterol levels, or ...

Everything you need to know to help you manage your cholesterol levels and improve your heart health, no dieting required.

If you are even slightly health conscious, the thought of going to a bar and ordering your favourite cocktail might sound tempting, but it often comes with a side of guilt over the harmful impact ...

Its anti-inflammatory properties, combined with the vitamins and minerals in fruits, help in reducing cholesterol levels naturally. Try adding it to a banana, berry, or spinach smoothie for a ...

Of course, simply consuming certain beverages isn't enough to lower cholesterol levels if you maintain an overall unhealthy lifestyle. However, studies show that the following drinks can positively ...

A study published in the British Medical Journal investigated the relationship between baseline low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels and the risk of developing dementia. The findings ...

BMI Limitations The BMI chart is not a one-size-fits-all measure for all women. Differences in genetics can cause the reading to be faulty when determining someone’s overall level of health. For ...

Cholesterol - the good, the bad and the combined - is essential for our overall health. It plays a key role in digesting fatty foods, making vitamin D and producing hormones amongst other things.