DEAR DR. ROACH: Can you please explain what is cholesterol/high-density lipoprotein and the significance of a high HDL cholesterol value? What about non-HDL ...

The term “cholesterol” is thrown around a lot to describe a waxy substance that can build up in your arteries, but there are actually two forms of cholesterol—LDL and HDL. LDL cholesterol is known as ...

The term “cholesterol” is thrown around a lot to describe a waxy substance that can build up in your arteries, but there are actually two forms of cholesterol—LDL and HDL. LDL cholesterol is known as ...

If your cholesterol is high, medications called statins can help bring it under control quickly. Additionally, lifestyle changes like eating healthier, quitting smoking, and exercising regularly can ...

Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RD Key Takeaways Regular exercise can raise HDL cholesterol and lower LDL cholesterol, ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I’m a healthy and fairly active 62-year-old female. My blood pressure and cholesterol levels have always been very good, and there’s no history of heart issues in my immediate family.

Owing to many potentially anti-atherogenic functions and the inverse correlation of high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-cholesterol (C) plasma levels with cardiovascular risk, HDLs have evolved as an ...

High-density lipoprotein (HDL), commonly known as good cholesterol, plays a vital role in maintaining heart health. It works by removing excess cholesterol from the arteries and transporting it to the ...

Medically reviewed by Jeffrey S. Lander, MD Key Takeaways ACE inhibitors and ARBs have little to no effect on cholesterol ...

February is a month decorated with love and hearts in anticipation of Valentine’s Day, but it’s also Heart Health Month. It is important to know your numbers and stay healthy, but should you develop ...