High levels of cholesterol can cause plaque to build up in your arteries, restricting blood flow and increasing your risk of heart attack. Lowering your cholesterol can help reduce your risk of a ...

It’s not just the cholesterol in your diet that matters when you’re trying to lower your cholesterol levels.

New research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that saturated fat, not dietary cholesterol from eggs, elevates bad cholesterol levels.

High blood pressure and high cholesterol each increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Having both conditions increases the risk even more.

Leqvio (inclisiran) is a prescription injection that helps lower levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL), often called “bad” cholesterol, which is a major risk factor for heart ...

Experts have long debated whether eggs—a high-cholesterol food—actually raise your cholesterol levels. A new study may have found the true culprit.

The effect on cholesterol depends largely on the type consumed. Whole milk, high in saturated fats and cholesterol, can raise LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, potentially impacting heart health.

Larger statin dosages urged for many with cholesterol, heart risks Dr. Charles Hennekens believes many patients are undertreated by starting their regimens at low or moderate dosages.

Dr. Vassily Eliopoulos cautions that normal cholesterol doesn't guarantee heart attack prevention, as half of cases occur with expected levels. He advocates for deeper cardiovascular risk assessment ...