Cholesterol Health Center

How to Raise Your Good Cholesterol Naturally

Here, simple ways to improve your numbers—no medication necessary. Read More

Healthy Recipes

Cocoa Banana Bread

Low-Fat Oatmeal Blondies

Lower Fat Artichoke Stew

Fast Fact

Percentage of cholesterol in the body that comes from the foods we eat.

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Cholesterol and Alzheimer's: What's the Link?

Studies are showing that even borderline high levels of cholesterol can increase your risk of developing this degenerative disease. Read More

Cholesterol Medicine: A New Asthma Treatment?

Alternative Medicines for Cholesterol

Supplement may slow overweight kids' fat gain

Thu, March 18, 2010

Supplements containing the dietary fat conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) may help overweight kids curb the amount of fat they... Read More

Two diabetes drugs fail to help high-risk patients

Mon, March 15, 2010

Adding fat-lowering drug no help for diabetic hearts

Mon, March 15, 2010

African Americans get fewer heart-protecting drugs

Mon, March 15, 2010

U.S. safety panel says big Vytorin study can go on

Fri, March 12, 2010

Secondary Prevention: Stopping the Next Stroke

Dr. Ralph Sacco and Dr. Dara Jamieson discuss preventive issues specific to stroke survivors in order to keep the second...

Working Out With a Partner Could Help Weightloss

Big Breakfasts Can Lead to Weightloss

Cholesterol Tip: Choose Healthy Foods

When dining out, remember that au gratin, crispy, escalloped, pan-fried, sautéed, and stuffed foods are generally high in fat and calories. Healthier choices include steamed, broiled, baked, grilled, poached, and roasted foods. If you're not sure about a certain dish, don't hesitate to ask your server how it's prepared.