When U.S. soldiers came home after winning World War II, life was good. Limits on butter, sugar and other “luxury” foods were lifted, and we experienced a great reduction in the demands of everyday ...

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If you are worried about high levels of LDL cholesterol in your blood reports, here are five natural, proven ways to lower it.

Oats are rich in soluble fiber that lowers cholesterol levels. Other cholesterol-lowering foods include legumes, fruits, vegetables, nuts, avocado, and fish.

A staggering 28 million adults in the United States have high cholesterol, meaning they have too many lipids (fats) in their blood. That number, from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...

Being told that you have elevated cholesterol can feel like a letdown on an otherwise good bill of health. But you aren’t alone—according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ...

It might be time to make a batch of overnight oats. Andi Breitowich works across digital and print magazines covering health, fitness, nutrition, and the latest trends. Her work has appeared in ...

If your doctor has ever told you to "keep an eye on your numbers," here's good news: The rules around what’s considered high cholesterol have gotten clearer—and a little more personal. In March, the ...

High blood cholesterol is associated with increased risk of heart disease, but it is also essential for brain function. Dr ...

The Framingham Heart Study identified lifestyle risk factors for heart disease, including smoking, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. A recent study suggests testing for LDL, HScrp, and ...