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The Best & Worst Foods for Your Cholesterol Levels

Want to lower your cholesterol levels? Here are 11 foods to eat, and several to avoid.

Statins and Diabetes Risk

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

Can Good Cholesterol Harm You?

There s some surprising news about your HDL cholesterol: The good stuff contained in high-density lipoprotein may not be so good for you after all. Learn more.

It Is Not Possible to Be Obese and Healthy, Study Shows

Although they may feel healthy in the present, obese individuals are not exempt from the long-term consequences of carrying extra pounds.

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?

Eat More Avocados

The healthy fats in an avocado make this fruit a skincare superstar. But that's not all it has to offer. Here are some other great benefits.

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.

5 Important (But Rarely Explained) Medical Terms, and What They Mean

Struggling to understand what your doctor s saying? Here are some helpful translations.

Are Egg Yolks as Bad as Cigarettes?

New research says egg yolks may be rotten. Get the truth behind the headline.

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.

What Does Smoking Do to Your Heart?

Become aware of the startling statistics about lighting up. Get tips on putting down the cigarettes for good.

The Limits of "Good" Cholesterol

A research study uncovered new information about the protective powers of HDL, or "good", cholesterol.

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.

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

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

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.

5 Symptoms Men Ignore

Men can prevent health risks by paying attention to changes in their body and seeing their doctor when something isn't right.

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.

Is Heart Attack Possible Without Risk Factors?

Even if you exercise, eat right, and never smoke, you could still be at risk.

Green Tea for Health & Beauty

With a wealth of antioxidants, green tea is used for weight loss, skin care, and for anti-aging. Is it too good to be true?

Why Do Men Die First?

Recent statistics compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) give women at birth an average life expectancy of 80.4 years compared with 75.4 years for men. So why is there such a gap?

Heart Disease in the Family? Protect Yourself

Family history significantly increases your chance of developing heart disease. Reduce your risk with these steps.

4 Heart Facts Every Woman Should Know

When it comes to your cardiovascular health, the essentials are clear.

What Does "Zero Trans Fats" Really Mean?

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

10 Holiday Eating Tips

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