What foods should I avoid before a cholesterol test? Cardiologist reveals what to eat the night before, whether you need to fast and which foods impact results.

Cholesterol is a form of fat we need. It helps make the outer membranes of our bodies' cells stable. But for decades, doctors have known that people with high total cholesterol levels are more likely ...

New research shows that fasting before a cholesterol test may not be needed for most patients, though experts recommend ...

"One reason managing blood sugars can lower your cholesterol is through improved insulin sensitivity, which directly ...

Apolipoprotein B, or Apo B, is a protein that carries cholesterol in our blood. Cholesterol is a fatty substance produced by the liver, and some foods — like fried food and processed meat — can ...

Cardiologists are begging people not to ignore high LDL cholesterol levels. "High levels of LDL can result in extra build-up ...

What Is a Lipid Profile? Lipid profile, or sometimes referred to as lipid panel, is a blood test that's used as a screening tool for abnormalities in lipids, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. It ...

Metabolic tests can be helpful baselines to assess your risk of developing all sorts of conditions, including heart disease. One, in particular, is picking up steam in wellness circles lately as the ...

In recognition of American Heart Month, Lane Cardiovascular Center is partnering with Cardiovascular Institute of the ...

“High-sensitivity CRP has been shown to be an independent marker of risk in addition to and in some cases over and above all ...

By focusing on fiber, movement and realistic goals, I watched my patient transform his cholesterol—and his confidence.