Cholesterol - Management

Statins and Diabetes Risk

What you need to know about these medications. Plus, 6 tips to keep your cholesterol levels in check.

High Cholesterol May Promote the Growth of Breast Cancer

New research from Duke University Medical Center finds a byproduct of cholesterol may be linked to the growth and spread of breast cancer. But are cholesterol-lowering drugs the answer?

The Benefits of Barley

Learn why this nutritious, heart-healthy grain should be part of your daily diet.

Diet, Bacteria, and Your Heart

The foods you eat can end up hardening your arteries, but not in the way you think.

Health Benefits of the Prickly Pear Cactus

Here are a few healthy reasons to try this fruit, vegetable, and flower all wrapped into one.

Your Quick Guide to Cholesterol Meds

Armed with this information, work with your doctor to determine the best medications for your needs.

Can You Reverse Heart Disease?

A heart disease diagnosis is frightening, but there are actionable steps you can start today that will lead to better cardiovascular health.

Health by the Numbers: Heart Health

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, killing more than 2,500 Americans each day. Here's a look at heart health by the numbers.

25 Heart-Smart Foods

The following easy-to-find foods are heart-smart standouts. Bring this list with you on your next supermarket trip.

Why Men Have High Cholesterol and What to Do About It

Here are the essentials to know when it comes to cholesterol and men's health.

Peripheral Arterial Disease: What You Need to Know

Up to 12 million people in the U.S. are currently living with this condition. Here are the risk factors and treatments options.

"Sedentary Lifestyle": What Do The Buzzwords Really Mean?

Here's what counts as a sedentary lifestyle plus the easiest ways to avoid leading one.

Health by the Numbers: Cholesterol

High cholesterol puts you at a higher risk for serious health conditions, including heart attack and stroke. Here's a look at cholesterol by the numbers.

Is Avandia Safe?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established new restrictions on the use of Avandia, a widely used diabetes treatment.

10 Holiday Eating Tips

These healthy eating tips will help you make it to New Year's without the extra pounds or the guilt.

Give Your Fridge a Makeover

With these six easy tips, you can transform your refrigerator and your health.

Low-Cholesterol Dos and Don'ts

Follow these simple strategies to get your cholesterol levels where you want them to be.

What Does "Zero Trans Fats" Really Mean?

Nutrition labels can be deceiving. Learn how to cut though the hype and make healthier choices.

Most Women Don't Know Their Cholesterol Numbers

Women are far more likely to remember their high-school weights than their cholesterol levels.

How to Use 10 Powerful Herbs

Suffering from anxiety? Stomach issues? A cold that won t quit? There s an herb for you.

Cholesterol: The Good and the Bad

You ve probably heard the terms good cholesterol and bad cholesterol bandied about, but what are the key differences between the two? This go-to guide clears the confusion.

Should Kids Be Screened for High Cholesterol?

Get the experts' take on this much debated matter of the heart.

Exercise: Just What the Doctor Ordered?

Physicians and fitness experts are teaming up to help patients exercise their way to wellness.

Many Seniors Leave Hospital Without Their Regular Meds

An alarming number of older patients fail to continue taking their regular medications after they return home, particularly if they spent time in intensive care.

10 Easy Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol

There are simple steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing high cholesterol and manage the problem if it occurs.

Health Advice at the Hair Salon

Over the last few years, some hair salons and barbers have been dispensing more than just trims. They've been giving out health advice, too.

"Balanced Diet": What Does It Mean for You?

Following a balanced diet can help you lower your blood sugar and cholesterol, and it ensures you'll enjoy lots of delicious and healthy options. Here's how to do it.

Omega-3, Omega-6, Omega-9: The Basics

Omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 fatty acids confer a variety of health benefits when consumed on a regular basis and in the right amounts.

Your Kitchen Makeover for Heart Health

Taking stock of the kinds of foods in your pantry and refrigerator and replacing the ones that increase your risk for cardiovascular disease with nutritious, flavorful whole foods, will help you and your family make heart-smart food choices and reduce your risk of heart disease.

Whose Heart Health Is Ideal?

Nearly 2,000 people were evaluated against seven heart-healthy criteria set by the American Heart Association. The results may surprise you.
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