Helsinki, Finland - A high level of plant sterols in serum is associated with higher plant-sterol contents in carotid artery plaques, a new study shows [1]. Lead author on the study, Dr Tatu A ...

A 2-tablespoon serving of peanut butter provides about 2 grams of fiber, including a small amount of soluble fiber, which may help reduce cholesterol levels by limiting how much is absorbed during ...

Sitosterolemia is a rare, recessively inherited lipid disorder caused by biallelic mutations in genes encoding the ATP-binding cassette transporters, ABCG5 and ABCG8. Such genetic defects lead to ...

Among the various distribution channels, pharmacies and drugstores remain the leading segment, expected to account for 37.6% ...

High cholesterol, a silent threat, elevates heart risks, often undetected until complications arise. Cardiologists recommend dietary changes alongside ...

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death globally, as it is responsible for nearly 18 million lives each year. Statins have historically been the primary pharmacologic treatment for ...