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If you want to maintain healthy cholesterol levels, the first step is knowing your numbers and what they actually mean—but at first glance, that can be confusing. A total cholesterol level of 200 ...

Studies show that an LDL level at or below 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) is ideal for most adults. If you have a ...

Your cholesterol numbers might predict your brain health, not just your heart health. New research shows people with lower ...

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However, accumulating evidence over the past two decades demonstrates that a biomarker called C-reactive protein — which ...

Dear Doctors: I had my physical last fall, and it included some blood tests. One of them showed that my cholesterol levels rose a bit since last year. My doctor says that if they keep rising, I should ...

The Mediterranean diet has been shown to help lower cholesterol levels. It delivers fiber and antioxidants, limits saturated ...

Dear Doctors: I had my physical last fall, and it included some blood tests. One of them showed that my cholesterol levels rose a bit since last year. My doctor says that if they keep going up, I ...

(Family Features) Getting your cholesterol checked, and talking with your doctor about steps to control high cholesterol, could save your life. If you, or someone you love, have experienced a heart ...