One of the most common questions I hear from patients is, "My cholesterol was flagged as abnormal, but you told me everything looked good. How can that be?" Recently, a patient named Rose asked ...
Millions of Americans struggle with high cholesterol, a major risk factor for heart disease. While medication helps many, adopting a heart-healthy diet and lifestyle can make a significant difference.
"Regular bloodwork is important if you have a known cardiovascular problem or if you are taking cholesterol medication," states Dr. Bradley Serwer, MD, an interventional cardiologist and chief medical ...
Heart disease isn’t just a “man’s problem”. Men and women’s bodies handle fats differently in midlife. What are the ...
Many everyday foods that seem harmless may actually contribute to dangerously high cholesterol levels and increase the risk ...
As women navigate hot flashes, sleep issues and changing waistlines, there's another quieter change that can often occur during perimenopause and post-menopause that deserves just as much attention: ...
Olive oil and mustard oil both offer heart-health benefits, but they work differently.
Weight loss company Noom is offering an at-home biomarker testing kit for its U.S. members, expanding its platform into ...
Heart attacks are often linked with older age, obesity, smoking and an inactive lifestyle. However, young athletes are not completely free from risk.
We can experience a lot of health changes in midlife, but there are a few simple tests to consider that can bring peace of ...
Cells have many important processes and biochemical pathways. But some cells can go rogue, and refuse to obey the rules of these processes. Scientists have now discovered a rogue group of immune cells ...