Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Regulating cholesterol levels is crucial for heart health. There are two types of cholesterol (we’ll explain the difference ...

Our risk of developing atherosclerosis – ‘furring’ of the arteries – can begin much earlier in life than was previously thought, highlighting the need to keep cholesterol levels low even when we are ...

If your doctor has ever told you to "keep an eye on your numbers," here's good news: The rules around what’s considered high cholesterol have gotten clearer—and a little more personal. In March, the ...

High cholesterol often comes with no symptoms—but it can lead to serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Here’s what you need to know, clearly broken down by age and type.

Struggling to keep your cholesterol in check? Our cholesterol levels peak between 55 to 65 years old, according to research in the U.S. Cardiology Review. Estrogen acts on the liver to help control ...

Researchers say even younger people who are healthy need to watch their cholesterol Share on Pinterest Getty Images/Exercise is one way to keep your cholesterol level lower It’s long been established ...

New guidelines recommend routine cholesterol screening for adults starting around age 20. Children should be screened for inherited high cholesterol between the ages of 9 and 11. The guidelines ...