Q: How much does a normal or high HDL cholesterol protect you from the adverse health effects of a high LDL cholesterol? A: ...

Not all cholesterol is bad! High-density lipoprotein (HDL), or “good cholesterol,” acts like the cleanup crew, sweeping away ...

Low-density lipoprotein, known as LDL, is a complex structure with several components that allow cholesterol to circulate in the bloodstream, a watery environment. LDL is the primary mechanism used to ...

People with low levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in their blood have a lower risk of dementia, including lower risk of Alzheimer's disease related dementia, shows a study ...

SaveHealth reports on cholesterol medications, detailing common types like statins, their effects, and safety considerations ...

As part of "heart health month," we're looking at lipoprotein (a). For decades, doctors have encouraged patients to monitor their cholesterol levels, with studies showing that heart disease risk ...

() Getting your cholesterol checked, and talking with your doctor about steps to control high cholesterol, could save your ...

Authors say findings call for primary prevention strategies to extend beyond traditional 10-year estimates. HealthDay News — A single combined measure of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP), low ...

Fluctuating LDL and total cholesterol levels in older adults may indicate increased dementia and cognitive decline risk. Higher cholesterol variability correlates with a greater incidence of dementia ...

Patients receiving concomitant PCSK9 inhibitor therapy experienced greater LDL cholesterol reductions, exceeding 50% during ...