You might have high LDL cholesterol and not even know it. We spoke to experts about how to monitor this health stat so you ...

The American Heart Association advised changes to preventive cardiac care that it says could markedly reduce heart attacks and strokes.

Garlic, commonly used for both culinary and medicinal purposes, contains allicin—a compound believed to help lower cholesterol production in the liver. Studies suggest that garlic supplements may ...

For primary prevention patients at high risk, such as those with a 10-year risk > 10%, the LDL target is less than 70 mg/dL (class 2a recommendation). For this group, treatment begins with a ...

Although cholesterol plays a key role in our health, many of us don't realize our numbers are off until routine bloodwork reveals an issue. Improving your cholesterol through nutrition is a great ...

The Framingham Heart Study identified lifestyle risk factors for heart disease, including smoking, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. A recent study suggests testing for LDL, HScrp, and ...

Cardiologists and a dietitian break down the new research.

Oats are often called a heart-friendly food, but simply adding a bowl of oats to your day is not enough. How you eat oats, how much you eat, and what you pair them with can make a real difference to ...

The AHA urges doctors to begin screening and treating patients who are still in their 30s, well before the risks of a heart attack and stroke are higher.

Millions more adults should consider starting cholesterol-lowering medications earlier to reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke, according to new medical guidance.

It might be time to make a batch of overnight oats. Andi Breitowich works across digital and print magazines covering health, fitness, nutrition, and the latest trends. Her work has appeared in ...

A University of Bonn study found that an intensive two-day oat-based diet reduced LDL cholesterol by about 10 percent in people with metabolic syndrome. The research suggests gut microbes convert oat ...