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10/16/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Researchers: Good cholesterol may help fight atherosclerosis
Did you know that not all forms of cholesterol are bad? High-density lipoprotein, or HDL, is commonly known as the “good” cholesterol. One particular study has found that it may even help fight atherosclerosis, a condition characterized by the hardening of the arteries as a result of plaque buildup. A group of researchers from the United […]
08/30/2019
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By Cassie B.
How low is too low? Low cholesterol levels may increase the risk of bleeding stroke in women, warn researchers
It’s a familiar scenario in doctors’ offices across the country: A patient is told their cholesterol numbers are above the limit and sent on their way with a prescription for statins. It happens to people every day, and it might have even happened to you. But before you blindly start taking these medications, there are […]
06/18/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Researchers say insulin resistance is linked to adverse lipid profiles in individuals with excessive abdominal fat
Having excess belly fat does not only look bad, it is also bad for your health. Abdominal obesity is associated with an increased risk of insulin resistance. This may contribute to dyslipidemia or abnormal lipid levels. However, the link between insulin resistance and fat metabolism in abdominally obese individuals is not understood. Therefore, researchers at […]
01/14/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Seed oils are the best choice for people looking to improve their cholesterol
According to a study, if you want to effectively lower your low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL or “bad” cholesterol) you must replace saturated fats with unsaturated fat. You can do this by switching from other kinds of cooking oil to healthier options such as seed oils. The study was published in the Journal of Lipid Research. What kind […]
12/11/2018
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By Ellaine Castillo
Very high levels of HDL (good cholesterol) can increase your risk of heart attack and death, concludes study
For a long time, people have been told that foods rich in high-density lipoprotein (HDL) are healthy. It turns out, getting too much HDL can be a bad thing, even if it’s called the “good cholesterol,” according to a study presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress. The research, led by a team from the Emory University […]
04/19/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Diets rich in fat and “bad” cholesterol found to weaken cardiovascular function
Bacon may taste good, but it’s bad for your heart. Diets rich in fat and cholesterol found to weaken cardiovascular function by turning the artery-protecting immune cells into promoters of inflammation. This in turn would worsen atherosclerotic plaque buildup that occurs in cardiovascular disease. The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, also found that […]
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