Scientists at UCLA described a previously unknown step in the complex process by which dietary cholesterol is processed in the intestines before being released into the bloodstream. The finding might ...

In a recent study published in Nutrients, scientists provide a detailed overview on age-related alterations in lipid metabolism and its association with age-related chronic diseases. Study: The Roles ...

Some cheeses, however, can fit well into a heart-healthy diet. Two-percent cottage cheese, part-skim mozzarella, reduced-fat ...

Medically reviewed by Patricia Mikula, PharmD Key Takeaways Plant sterols and stanols can block some cholesterol from being absorbed. Red yeast rice can reduce LDL cholesterol by 15% to 25%. Omega-3 ...

There is a lot of confusion about cheese’s impact on cholesterol. Cheese is high in cholesterol-raising saturated fat, but it also has heart-healthy nutrients. Experts recommend keeping serving sizes ...

Eggs are highly nutritious. Eating 1–2 per day is safe for most people and can support heart health as part of a balanced diet.

A new study confirms a protective effect of statin cholesterol-lowering drugs on liver cancer risk and suggests a similar effect with nonstatin cholesterol absorption inhibitors. Ever use of ...

High cholesterol may put you at risk for heart disease and other conditions. You may lower your cholesterol by increasing your intake of specific fruits.

Cilantro contains phytosterols, plant compounds that support healthy cholesterol. Cilantro helps fight inflammation and ...

If left uncontrolled, high levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, resulting in atherosclerosis, which narrows arteries and increases the risk of he ...