Browsing: Cholesterol

Your body makes all the cholesterol it needs, including “bad” low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. But when you regularly eat foods…

Introduction  In 2003, researchers at the University of Toronto published a landmark study in the Journal of the American Medical…

Roxana Ehsani, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, is a Washington, DC–based registered dietitian-nutritionist, board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, and media spokesperson,…

One large egg contains about 185 milligrams of cholesterol, which has led many people to question whether eggs are bad…

Eating breakfast regularly may help improve high-density lipoprotein (HDL, the “good” cholesterol) and lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL, the “bad” cholesterol).…

Ham and turkey are great protein options, but if you’re managing high blood pressure or cholesterol, turkey is a healthier…

Oatmeal has long been a breakfast staple, but a new study suggests that eating it beyond your usual morning bowl…

Omega-3 fatty acid supplements are often taken to support heart health by affecting cholesterol and triglycerides (types of fat in…

Drinking tea is an easy habit that may support heart health when paired with a balanced diet. Some types of…

Key Takeaways Stress can increase cholesterol levels by triggering the release of cortisol and elevating heart rate.Exercise and healthy eating…