Category Archives: Cholesterol

Most Americans lack adequate knowledge about their cholesterol. Terms like “good” and “bad” cholesterol are thrown around a lot, but things can get confusing. One thing people do know is that keeping cholesterol in check is an important component of overall health, and specifically heart health. High cholesterol can make it difficult for blood to ...click here to read more

There’s no question that diet plays a role in cholesterol levels and the risk for heart disease. But do cholesterol-rich foods put you at risk, or is something else at play? In the 1960s, a war started. The war on dietary cholesterol. It seemed like a clear line could be drawn between dietary cholesterol and ...click here to read more

The holidays are here whether you like it or not. So, you better get used to it. They will look a lot different for most. Gatherings with family and friends will be put on hold this year, as some projections indicate daily rates of COVID-19 infections may double by early December. And while you may ...click here to read more

Some foods look like they will raise cholesterol. But others don’t. That’s where the danger comes in. There’s little question that a greasy slab of meat-lovers pizza can likely boost cholesterol. Same with a burger and fries from your favorite diner. But not all foods that can increase cholesterol are so clearly defined. Many of ...click here to read more

Lowering cholesterol takes effort. It requires a multi-faceted approach centered around diet, lifestyle, and, if needed, medication. But how long does it take to lower cholesterol? Longer than you might hope. Even though it can take months to achieve a noticeable improvement in cholesterol with hard work, there is a massive payoff: routines you develop ...click here to read more

New findings from researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) suggest more aggressive strategies to lower cholesterol levels in early adulthood to avoid heart problems later in life. Having elevated cholesterol during teens or early twenties can increase a person’s risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or other cardiovascular events during ...click here to read more

It is widely known that cholesterol levels are associated with the risk of heart attack, but new research has found an exciting timeline that could indicate this risk. It was found that having elevated cholesterol during the teens or early twenties increases a person’s risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or another cardiovascular event ...click here to read more

Cholesterol is a bad word, right? Any rational person would want lower cholesterol. In most cases, yes. But cholesterol can also be helpful. You actually need it to build healthy cells. Really, cholesterol is all about management. Separating the good from the bad and recognizing that cholesterol can serve various purposes in your body. High ...click here to read more

Your muscles support you in virtually everything you do. So, why aren’t you supporting them? Muscle building is often viewed as a specialty hobby—something practiced by athletes or those who want to grow really big or lift heavy weights. But that perception couldn’t be more wrong. Building strength and muscle is crucial to good health, ...click here to read more

Fat is confusing stuff, especially if you’re trying to manage cholesterol. On the one hand, fat has all kinds of negative connotations. But not all fat is created equal. Some fats can help manage or reduce cholesterol. Others can make it worse. Some might do nothing at all. Cutting out fat completely is likely both ...click here to read more

There’s little question that statins can help control cholesterol. But that can come at a price. Yes, they can reduce heart attack and stroke risk, but they may also come with some unwanted side effects. Coenzyme Q10, or CoQ10, might help. If you’ve noticed that you don’t have the strength and energy you had before ...click here to read more

Is breakfast the most important meal of the day? It’s debatable. But there is a very strong case for it. And if you’re interested in lowering cholesterol, it very well might be. What you choose to eat as your first meal of the day can set the tone for how your body operates. It can ...click here to read more

What do you think about protein shakes? I’m not talking about plant-based protein shakes, either. I’m talking about whey protein. The stuff bodybuilders guzzle after a workout. Useless to you, right? Wrong. Whey protein could help lower cholesterol. Whey is one of the proteins found in dairy products. As a supplement, it is a by-product ...click here to read more

If you have high cholesterol, you should avoid foods with saturated fat, right? It seems like a pretty simple concept. Not so fast. What has been a general recommendation for years continues to come under scrutiny as a potential falsehood. Recent research is contributing to the growing evidence that dietary saturated fat may not pose ...click here to read more