Trying to lower your cholesterol? You're not alone. Nearly one in 10 Americans has high overall cholesterol levels, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Cholesterol is a ...

The "low-fat" label has been one of the most effective pieces of food marketing ever invented. It worked so well for so long because the logic felt obvious: less fat in the food, less fat on your body ...

The updated U.S. food pyramid has renewed discussion around what it means to consume healthy fat. There are also lots of misconceptions about being ‘fat but fit’ or being ‘skinny fat’. Medical News ...

Eating oats for just a short period of time could have a profound impact on cholesterol levels, according to a recent study. Researchers from the University of Bonn in Germany conducted a trial in ...

Cholesterol has long been seen as a key culprit in cardiovascular disease. While it’s true that cholesterol does play a role, not all cholesterol is bad for us. There are two main types of cholesterol ...

After the USDA dietary guidelines reversed course on full-fat dairy, we asked a cardiologist and dietitians to weigh in. Andi Breitowich works across digital and print magazines covering health, ...