Move your body: Exercise helps lower LDL and triglycerides, and boost HDL. You don’t have to run marathons—just 30 minutes of brisk walking, dancing, or cycling most days of the week does the ...

Everything you need to know to help you manage your cholesterol levels and improve your heart health, no dieting required.

Food scientist and nutritionist Dr Anneline Padayachee takes a deep dive into the subject of fat in a healthy diet. Her conclusion? Dietary choices should be guided by balance, variety, and ...

High cholesterol often doesn't show any clear symptoms, earning it the moniker 'silent killer' because it's typically only ...

A low high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol level can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke, especially when coupled with "bad" low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol that's too high.

Oats are an excellent source of fibre, which not only reduces cholesterol levels but also promotes heart health and overall ...

High cholesterol does not usually present any obvious symptoms, which is why it is often referred to as a 'silent killer'.

The three numbers that you usually see are so-called “good” HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, “bad” LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, and total cholesterol.

If patients do not reach LDL goals with diet and exercise, statins are the preferred drug therapy. For PAD patients with low HDL and high triglycerides, treatment with niacin or fibrates should be ...

So, LDL-P may play a useful role in patient management by helping judge the adequacy of LDL-lowering therapy, particularly among those with elevated triglycerides and reduced HDL-C.