Category Archives: Cholesterol

High cholesterol is a growing problem in the U.S., affecting roughly 73.5 million Americans. Worse yet, less than one out of every three adults have their condition under control. High cholesterol is described as having elevated levels of LDL cholesterol levels, commonly referred to as the “bad” one due to the fact that it can ...click here to read more

We’ve often been told that eggs are full of cholesterol and are not a good choice for those who need to monitor their cholesterol, but does that mean we need to skip this great source of protein all together? The amount of cholesterol found in egg whites and egg yolks differs drastically, but there is ...click here to read more

Time and again you’re told that cholesterol is bad for you because it increases your risk of heart attack or stroke. But while there is no doubt about the harmful effects of cholesterol, it seems that this health enemy can also be a friend. In fact, our body needs cholesterol to function – in particular, ...click here to read more

A new study has found that exercise is equally as important for keeping your heart healthy as eating a healthy diet or lowering your cholesterol. The researchers found that after a single session of endurance training, there was greater expression of genes that repair DNA damage. The findings are important to better understand how exercise ...click here to read more

If you’re aiming for healthy cholesterol levels, you’re probably avoiding foods like eggs and butter. But research suggests those once banned foods are safe to eat again as they won’t harm your cholesterol numbers. As you hit the age of 40, you are told time and again about the horrors of cholesterol as it contributes ...click here to read more

Atherosclerosis is a condition in which the arteries become hardened and narrow due to excess plaque buildup. When this occurs, blood flow becomes disrupted, which can lead to heart complications and poor overall health as other parts of the body require a blood supply to function properly. Cardiovascular disease is one of the possible consequences ...click here to read more

High cholesterol can be dangerous as it contributes to the risk of cardiovascular events, including heart attack and stroke. Hence, lowering cholesterol is highly advised. Sure, you can take statins to curb your levels, but for some people this is not enough to get healthy results. It’s important that even if you are on cholesterol-lowering ...click here to read more

Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol) is often under diagnosed and under treated according to research findings. The researchers examined genetic variants causing familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) and compared their findings with de-identified medical histories of patients. FH is caused by a defect in the body which makes it unable to remove bad cholesterol – LDL cholesterol. When LDL ...click here to read more

Beer drinking can offer benefits for cholesterol and heart health. You may already be familiar with the health benefits of wine, but as it turns out, beer is associated with positive health effects, too. A study found that moderate beer consumption could help slow the decline of HDL cholesterol. What does moderate consumption mean? The ...click here to read more

Research in animal studies has uncovered that red cabbage microgreens help reduce LDL cholesterol – bad cholesterol. Microgreens are gaining traction in the food industry and showing up in more dishes. Not only do they add flavor and color to dishes but they are loaded with nutrients. The researchers wanted to test the benefits of ...click here to read more

A new study has found that patients taking statins – cholesterol-lowering drugs – have a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from the University of Southern California and University of Arizona analyzed 399,979 men and women and found that those taking statins for two years or more had a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s ...click here to read more

You may have heard that moderate alcohol consumption can benefit your heart, but did you know it can also work to improve HDL cholesterol, too? HDL is considered the good type of cholesterol that removes built-up plaque from the arteries, allowing for healthy blood flow. LDL cholesterol, on the other hand, clogs up the arteries, ...click here to read more

Cardiovascular disease risk reduced with lower LDL cholesterol and blood pressure combination. Study lead investigator Brian Ference explained, “[The results] demonstrate for the first time that LDL cholesterol and SBP [systolic blood pressure] have independent, multiplicative, and cumulative causal effects on the risk of cardiovascular disease. This suggests that a simple strategy that encourages long-term ...click here to read more

Regulating VLDL cholesterol levels can help prevent heart disease and fatty liver disease. For proper liver function, VLDL cholesterol must be in perfect balance, not too high or too low. In his research, Dr. Shadab Siddiqi set on to find an easier way to regulate VLDL. Dr. Siddiqi uncovered a protein known as Small Valosin-Containing ...click here to read more