Cholesterol: Overview
High Cholesterol
07/20/06, HealthwiseCholesterol is a type of fat called a lipid. The body uses it for many things, such as making new cells. Your liver makes the cholesterol that your body needs. You also get cholesterol from the foods you eat.
High Triglycerides
07/12/07, HealthwiseTriglycerides are a type of fat found in your blood. They are a major source of energy and the most common type of fat in your body.
High blood cholesterol
06/22/06, MayoClinic.comHigh blood cholesterol — Comprehensive overview covers diet, medication and other treatments to lower cholesterol.
Setting Your Cholesterol Goals
01/31/08, Johns Hopkins UniversityOur bodies produce triglycerides as a way of storing excess energy to be used later.
Cholesterol 101: What's Your Equation?
01/24/08, Johns Hopkins UniversityWe've learned a lot about cholesterol in the past few decades, and it can be hard to understand and follow all the different advice out there.
Trans fat: Avoid this cholesterol double whammy
12/21/06, MayoClinic.comTrans fat raises "bad" (LDL) cholesterol and lowers "good" (HDL) cholesterol. Learn more.
Cholesterol levels: What numbers should you aim for?
06/22/06, MayoClinic.comCholesterol levels from blood tests aren't self-explanatory. Here's help understanding them.
No More Dr. Jarvik Promoting Lipitor
03/10/08, Johns Hopkins UniversityIt is disgraceful for a top pharmaceutical company to stoop to such shenanigans to advertise a drug that continues to enjoy more sales throughout the…
Lifestyle and Cholesterol Levels
02/07/08, Johns Hopkins UniversityWhen is it time to use medication for high cholesterol, and what are the best choices?
Triglycerides: Why do they matter?
01/26/08, MayoClinic.comTriglycerides are an important measure of heart health. Here's help lowering your triglycerides.
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