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LDL Cholesterol Not a Good Marker for Heart Disease in Kidney Disease Patients

A new study published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology suggests that LDL cholesterol is not an effective marker in gauging the risk

High Levels of Blood Cholesterol Boost Risk of Heart Disease, Alzheimer's Disease

A single mechanism that underlines the damaging effect of cholesterol on the brain and blood vessels has been identified by researchers. High

New Way to Clear Cholesterol from the Blood Discovered

University of Michigan scientists have identified a novel target for lowering cholesterol. Scientists in the lab of David Ginsburg at the Life

Johns Hopkins Researchers Say Formula Used to Calculate 'Bad' Cholesterol is Inaccurate

The formula that has been used to calculate low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or 'bad' cholesterol levels is often inaccurate, according to a new study conducted

Alternative Cholesterol-lowering Drug for Patients Who Can't Tolerate Statins Found by Researchers

According to a new study by researchers from the Intermountain Medical Center in Salt Lake City, heart patients who can't tolerate the side effects of cholesterol-lowering drugs may have a new option.

Californian Doctor: High Cholesterol's Role in Heart Disease Is A 'Myth'

High cholesterol is one of the factors, which makes the heart diseases deadly is a myth claims a doctor from California. Dr. Jonny Bowden, author

Red Wine Wards Off Cholesterol Build Up

Drinking red wine may prevent cholesterol build up resulting from eating red meat, say scientists. Harmful compounds from red meat form in the

Cholesterol Plays Key Role In Development and Function of Brain

Swedish scientists have identified two molecules that plays crucial role in the survival and production of nerve cells in the brain, including nerve cells that produce dopamine.

Researchers: Cholesterol Helps Regulate Key Signaling Proteins in the Cell

An international team of researchers has found that cholesterol plays a key role in regulating proteins involved in cell signaling and may be important to many other cell processes.

People With High Cholesterol Benefit More From Exercise Than Drugs

Exercise may offer more benefits for people with high cholesterol than taking drugs, reveals a new study. The ten-year study of 10,000 US veterans

Letter from Doctor Boosts Cholesterol Medication Use: Study

When physicians use electronic health records to deliver personalized risk assessments via mail, patients at high risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD)

Therapy for Rare and Deadly Cholesterol Disorder Shown By New Drug

Positive results were yielded by a phase 3 clinical trial for a new medicine to treat patients suffering from a rare and deadly cholesterol disorder.

New Probiotic Reduces Bad Cholesterol

In patients with high cholesterol, two daily doses of new probiotic lowers bad and total cholesterol, finds study. Probiotics are live microorganisms

New Medication for Rare Cholesterol Disorder Shows Promise in Preliminary Research

Positive phase 3 clinical trial results for a new medicine to treat patients suffering from a rare and deadly cholesterol disorder are being reported

Decline in Cholesterol Levels Among US Adults: Study

A recent study indicates decrease in cholesterol levels among US adults since late 1980s. The study reports overall decline in total cholesterol, non-high-density

Exercise, Diet can Boost Good Cholesterol Production

Little physical activity and dieting can make the fat cells produce a hormone believed to activate HDL (good) cholesterol production, say researchers.

Supplement Users Prefer Natural Solutions to Manage Their Cholesterol

A new poll indicates that 52 percent of supplement users are concerned about their heart health. Furthermore, 73 percent express an interest in natural,

Study Sheds New Light on Atherosclerosis Treatment

A new study led by researchers at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine could lead to development of new therapies for treating atherosclerosis

Fortis Creates Record By Conducting 14,161 Cholesterol Tests on A Day

A new Guinness World Record was created by Fortis hospitals by conducting over 14,000 cholesterol tests in a day on the occasion of World Heart Day.

Italian Fruit Bergamot Improves "Good" Cholesterol

An Italian fruit Bergamot reduces "bad" cholesterol and improves "good" cholesterol, researchers say. Scientists have claimed that it can even help

Study Reveals Vitamin D Supplements Do Not Lower Cholesterol Levels

Vitamin D supplements do nothing to lower cholesterol levels, at least in the short term, reveals a study published on Tuesday in an American Heart Association journal.

Average Total Cholesterol Levels Decrease Among US Children and Adolescents

A study involving more than 16,000 U.S. children and adolescents, revealed a decrease in average total cholesterol levels over the past 2 decades, although

Gene Variant Reduces Cholesterol by 2 Mechanisms: Research

Increased risk for coronary heart diseases in those people with high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. A variant in the human

Experts Say More Study Needed Before Determining Good Cholesterol's Negative Effects

A team of international health experts has cautioned against accepting a new study which revealed that "good cholesterol" did not lower the risk of heart

Wine Keeps Cholesterol Away

Two glasses of wine a day will bring down cholesterol levels, says international winemaker. "Two glasses (20 cl) of wine a day will considerably bring down cholesterol levels.

Study Says 'Good' Cholesterol Doctrine may be Flawed

No evidence to back the belief that higher levels of good cholesterol boost cardiovascular health, says study published in Lancet. High concentrations

Good Cholesterol may Not Always Protect Against Heart Disease

A subclass of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol or the so-called "good" cholesterol may actually be harmful, anew study by Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers has found.

Cholesterol and Cancer-Fighting Properties

Scientists have revealed that cholesterol may slow or stop cancer cell growth. The study, which includes a Simon Fraser University researcher, describes

Cholesterol Rates Influence Economy and Healthcare System

The impact of cholesterol rates among the population of a country have been examined in a new study. People with a history of high cholesterol who

Lowering LDL Cholesterol as Soon as Possible is Associated With Better Outcomes

It is well-known that coronary atherosclerosis is a hardening of the arteries due to a build-up of fat and cholesterol. The former can lead to heart attacks

Research Says Good Cholesterol can Help Fight Heart Disease

The role of high density lipoprotein (HDL) in protecting against heart disease has been confirmed by a University of Amsterdam cardiologist. John

How Good Cholesterol Turns Bad: New Evidence

A recent study provides evidence to explain how cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP) mediates the conversation of cholesterol from 'good' HDLs to 'bad' LDLs.

Drugs to Handle 'Bad' Cholesterol on the Verge of Realization

New drugs aiming to lower dangerous or 'bad' cholesterol in a more targeted manner could shortly be a reality, reports a new study. Scientists from

Green Tea Lowers LDL

Green tea in the form of drink or capsule helps to cut down the 'bad cholesterol' (LDL cholesterol) by 5-6 points from total cholesterol, according to a US study.

New Medication Boosts 'Good' Cholesterol, Lowers Bad Cholesterol Levels

Using new drug evacetrapib alone or in combination with statins significantly increases in HDL-C levels and decreases in LDL-C levels, according to a

Injection Depresses Cholesterol in Prelim Human Trial

Patients incapable of controlling their cholesterol levels with medications may one day be able to lower their "bad" cholesterol with an injectant, shows

New Therapy That Helps Increase Good Cholesterol Found

Researchers in US have found a new therapy that helps to boost the good cholesterol and lower triglycerides in the blood. The therapy could act as a potential

Healthy Food Better At Fixing High Cholesterol Than Pills

Statins aren't as good as a healthy diet when it comes to lowering your cholesterol, a new study said. In fact, statins can sap your energy and cause problems for your sex life.

Novel Therapeutic Target To Increase 'Good' Cholesterol Identified

Researchers claim to have identified a novel therapeutic target that helps to reduce triglycerides and increase "good" cholesterol levels. "The discovery

Increasing 'Good' Cholesterol Cuts Heart Attack, Stroke Risk in Diabetics

Increasing levels of high-density lipoproteins, better known as HDL or "good" cholesterol, reduced the risk for heart attack and stroke among patients with diabetes, according to a new study.

Why Some Fats Harm Health, But Others Help

Excessive consumption of fat-rich "Western diet" blamed as a major risk factor for surge in cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and obesity in the developed nations.

Study Says Raising Good Cholesterol Has Little Impact

Increasing the blood levels of good cholesterol does nothing to lower the cardiovascular disease risk in patients already taking statins to lower their bad cholesterol, says study.

Researchers Identify "Ultrabad" Cholesterol

Scientists from the University of Warwick in Britain have identified a form of "ultrabad" cholesterol that significantly increases the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Study Details Promising New Way to Lower Cholesterol Production

A promising new way to inhibit cholesterol production in the body, one that may yield treatments as effective as existing medications but with fewer side-effects has been discovered by scientists.

Rising Triglyceride Level Linked to High Risk of Ischemic Stroke

A new study has found that increasing levels of non-fasting triglycerides are associated with an increased risk of ischemic stroke in men and women. However,

Cholesterol Demystified

Even though, 'cholesterol' is quite a household name, awareness about the right levels of cholesterol is still unclear to many. It is important to be

Simple Tips For Lowering Cholesterol

Lowering the cholesterol level is the first and the foremost thing that need to be done in order to promote overall heart health. Metamucil and Dr.

Right Treatment Not Delivered To High Cholesterol Patients

The largest ever study of 147 million people has claimed that most people around the globe with high cholesterol are not getting the right kind of treatment.

Cholesterol-reducing Capabilities of Margarines, Spreads Not Effective as Claimed: Australian Study

An Australian study has shown margarines and spreads that advertise an ability to reduce cholesterol levels in consumers are not as effective as they claim to be.

Do Cholesterol Lowering Drugs Really Help?

Study done by the Johns Hopkins University, US, suggests that many people may not benefit from statins. It is because of our calcium levels and not cholesterol.