High Cholesterol
Are There REALLY Benefits to Low LDL?
Efforts to lower LDL cholesterol seem to decrease the risk of cardiovascular events and heart disease but it is necessary to find the right level for you.
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Why Triglycerides Matter and How to Lower Them
Triglycerides are the most common type of fat in your body. Here’s what you can do to keep them from getting too high.
What is the Difference Between LDL and VLDL?
VLDL and LDL are types of lipoproteins. Lipoproteins are particles made of protein and fat that transport cholesterol and triglycerides through the blood stream. LDL = Low-density lipoproteins VLDL = Very low-density lipoproteins How do lipoproteins ...
Hypothyroid With High Cholesterol? You Don’t Have to Be
If you are hypothyroid and have high cholesterol, treating your underactive thyroid could resolve your cholesterol problems. Find out what your cholesterol levels should be, and the best treatment options.
Can My HDL Be Too High?
Is it possible to have too much “good” cholesterol? Find out more about the different types of HDL, cholesterol tests, and what they mean.
Can You Eat Whatever You Want While Taking Statins for Cholesterol?
Statins can help prevent and treat heart disease by lowering cholesterol, but they are much more effective when combined with a healthy diet and lifestyle.