A blood test measuring inflammation is now being used by cardiologists to predict heart problems, alongside traditional cholesterol tests.

If you are concerned about your risk of developing cardiovascular disease, you’ll usually get a specific blood test to look at your cholesterol levels to see where things stand. At least, that’s how ...

This column is the first in a series about risk factors for atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), the cause of several health problems, including heart attacks — the number one cause of death ...

Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats can help lower LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol. Heart-healthy options include Mediterranean diet staples like extra virgin olive oil, avocados, ...

At-home testing kits promise a fast and easy way to check your cholesterol, but our own tests found not all give readings you can rely on. Find out which we cholesterol testing kits we tested and how ...

Cholesterol is a form of fat we need. It helps make the outer membranes of our bodies' cells stable. But for decades, doctors have known that people with high total cholesterol levels are more likely ...

These two numbers reveal how much plaque may be building in your arteries.

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Most people getting their cholesterol checked may not need to fast beforehand, a new Canadian study suggests. Researchers found the blood tests showed similar average total ...

NHS GP and BBC Morning Live's resident doctor, Dr Punam, has issued a warning to anyone aged 40 and over regarding an ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A finger-prick blood test is used to assess cholesterol levels [BBC] A scheme to provide free cholesterol tests is being expanded ...