Spend enough time online and you’ll find self-styled health experts peddling lies about soy and other plant-based foods.

With so much information available, it can be difficult to understand what cholesterol is – and why it’s important.

Do you know your cholesterol numbers? What do they really mean? Coming up at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, MPR News host Angela Davis ...

Cholesterol has long been a cause of concern for cardiovascular health. While not all types of cholesterol are bad, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is commonly known as “bad cholesterol” ...

Green tea is a type of brewed tea with several health benefits. Drinking green tea daily may lower your total and LDL cholesterol levels, reducing your risk of heart disease.

Cardiologists reveal the truth about diet that lowers cholesterol ...

For people with creeping cholesterol levels, a healthier diet can go a long way. Revamping what you eat can often seem intimidating – and expensive – on its face, but there are many accessible foods ...

Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is vital for the production of hormones, vitamin D, and bile acids that help digest fat. However, when levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, often ...

A new breakthrough could change how high cholesterol is treated, offering a powerful alternative to traditional drugs. Researchers have developed tiny DNA-based molecules that shut down PCSK9—a key ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I'm a 75-year-old woman who's in very good health. Since my early 50s, I've had issues with my cholesterol. My doctor has put me on several statins that caused very sore joints and ...

If you’ve ever been told by your doctor to “watch your cholesterol,” you’re not alone – and it’s not just routine advice. High cholesterol is strongly linked to serious health risks that include high ...

Your cholesterol levels can affect your risk of heart disease and stroke. And the longer you have high cholesterol, the greater your risk. That’s why leading medical groups recommend getting your ...