Medically reviewed by Christopher Lee, MDMedically reviewed by Christopher Lee, MD Normal HDL and LDL cholesterol ranges vary by age and assigned sex. HDL cholesterol is the "good" cholesterol you ...

Regulating cholesterol levels is crucial for heart health. There are two types of cholesterol (we'll explain the difference between "good" and "bad" shortly), and if you have too much of the kind that ...

High cholesterol can contribute to the build-up of plaque in your arteries, which can increase blood pressure by making it ...

Scientific consensus panels going back decades established—“beyond a reasonable doubt”—that lowering LDL cholesterol reduces the risk of heart attacks. Consistent evidence “unequivocally” establishes ...

Cholesterol. It’s a term often whispered with concern, leaving many wondering if their numbers spell impending doom. But fear not! Understanding cholesterol and its role in heart health empowers you ...

Your high blood pressure medication can have an effect on cholesterol levels, too. Learn which medications have an impact.

My cholesterol has been on the rise for the past few years – and not just a slow creep. For most of my life, my LDL (often referred to as ‘bad’ cholesterol) was solidly under 120 mg/dl. Over the past ...

Even if you’ve never thought about cholesterol before, there’s a good chance you know that high cholesterol is bad. If a person's levels are too high, it can increase their risk of heart attack and ...