Increasing LDL cholesterol can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. This can be due to unhealthy diet, lack of ...

A new study suggests that certain types of gallstones, especially those rich in cholesterol and heavy metals, may play a key ...

Keeping your “bad” cholesterol levels low may help protect your brain as you age, according to a new study published in the ...

Strokes caused by an artery tear are landing five times as many Americans in the hospital these days, a new study says.

Over the years, there have been significant changes to the dyslipidemia medication management guidelines, alongside ...

Statin use does not affect survival outcomes for ALS patients, so there may be no need to stop taking them after a diagnosis, per a study.

Nuts and seeds are rich sources of magnesium. Learn which are highest in this essential mineral your body needs.

Feb. 3, 2025 — Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) -- commonly known as bad cholesterol -- have long been on scientists' radar as a major contributor to heart disease. But these microscopic ...

Here's why one generic for Lipitor and other recognizable brands may have missed the mark compared to its recognizable ...

Rising rates of heart disease are claiming more lives each year, and researchers now believe a lesser-known body measure may offer clues about your future heart health. In recent findings from a large ...

A study found that lowering your cholesterol can also lower risks of dementia.

One factor that may increase the risk of dementia is high levels of blood cholesterol. Now, a study has found that low levels ...