Cholesterol is one of those health terms we hear often but rarely think about until a test report surprises us. It is a waxy, fat-like substance present in our blood and is essential for making ...

Are all trans-fats equally harmful? Does "zero trans-fat" really mean safe? A cardiologist busts common trans-fat myths and ...

Last year, I was taken aback when I discovered that my cholesterol levels were slightly elevated. It wasn't a disastrous revelation, but it was certainly surprising for someone in their late 20s. My ...

Determined to lower my cholesterol and eat more healthily, I consulted doctors and experts to find out what the best foods are for lowering cholesterol. Last year, I found out I had slightly elevated ...

Last year, I was shocked to learn that my cholesterol levels were slightly elevated. While the results weren't catastrophically poor, as someone in my late 20s, it came as quite a surprise. My ...