Heart specialists now recommend that everyone get tested for lipoprotein(a). Here’s what to know about it. The American Heart Association and other cardiac groups now recommend that everyone should be ...

A low resting heart rate is often seen as a sign of good health, but now, a large study suggests that both very low and very high heart rates may be linked to an increased risk of stroke. The findings ...

High cholesterol refers to an elevated level of a fat called low-density lipoprotein (LDL) in the bloodstream. Over many years, high levels of LDL increase the chances of developing diseases that ...

With regular consumption offering protection against heart disease and cognitive decline, here’s how to reap the benefits ...

Ketogenic diets (KDs) are increasingly being adopted by adults with normal body mass index for health and performance‐related reasons. Accumulating evidence shows that this population is susceptible ...

“Bad,” or LDL, cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and most people are screened for it as part of their yearly physicals. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ...

The impact of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) exposure is cumulative in promoting atherosclerosis and vascular aging. Earlier combination lipid-lowering therapy achieves lower LDL-C ...

Familial hypobetalipoproteinemia (FHBL), caused by apolipoprotein B (APOB) variants, disrupts APOB-containing lipoprotein synthesis, leading to reduced serum total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein ...

Lipoprotein(a) levels greater 30 mg/dL linked to increased 30-year risk for major CV events and coronary heart disease. (HealthDay News) — Among women, very high levels of lipoprotein(a) are ...

A nearly 30-year study shows a strong long-term association between very high lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] levels and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in women and raises questions about whether broader ...

Sodium—found in table salt and many condiments—plays a significant role in conditions like kidney disease, high blood pressure, and heart problems. If you’re managing your sodium intake, being mindful ...

The low-density lipoprotein receptor (LDLR) family represents a crucial interface between cellular cholesterol homeostasis and viral pathogenesis. This review systematically examines the dual roles of ...