Cholesterol, vital for cell health and hormone production, requires a delicate balance between LDL and HDL. High LDL clogs ...

People with certain forms of the MC4R gene have lower cholesterol levels than do other individuals with a high body-mass ...

Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the United States. These are the steps you need to take to reduce your risk.

Heart disease was and is still one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but the only good news is the factors that ...

McMaster researchers found that deep abdominal and liver fat can quietly damage arteries, even in people who appear fit.

New research suggests that short, consistent 'micro runs' can boost heart health, lower stress and improve longevity ...

Omega-3s are unique polyunsaturated fats that are best known for lowering triglycerides (fats in the blood that can also ...

Meanwhile, fewer than half of adults ages 18-34 recognize high cholesterol, obesity, high blood pressure and lack of physical activity as heart disease risk factors. These early warning signs, often ...

Apo B tests are blood tests that measure the concentration of Apolipoprotein B in the blood, which carries cholesterol that can cause a number of blood vessel and heart conditions.

Eggs might be one of the most misunderstood foods out there. Here’s why science says they’re not the heart-health villain we ...

Ask most healthcare professionals how to avoid heart disease and you will be told to exercise, eat a healthy diet and lower your LDL cholesterol (with a statin if needed). At last count about 50 ...