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One minute you 're told you need to lower your cholesterol levels or risk heart disease, and the next you hear... Show
One minute you 're told you need to lower your cholesterol levels or risk heart disease, and the next you hear some types of the fatty substance are actually good for you. We've covered all the bases, from HDL & LDL to avoiding (the wrong kind of) high cholesterol! Hide
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Cholesterol IQ Quiz
209,764 viewsIt's time for your cholesterol test. But there's no need for a blood analysis this time-we're examining your cholesterol IQ. Take this quiz and face the facts-do you know as mu...
Cholesterol-Lowering Medication
10 viewsWhen a low-cholesterol lifestyle doesn't get your numbers in an appropriate range, your doctor may recommend supplementing with medication.
Expert: Brian P. Kessler, M.D.
Cholesterol-Lowering Substances
29 viewsWhile there's no magic pill that will guarantee a lower cholesterol reading, there are some substances that have been known to help.
Expert: Brian P. Kessler, M.D.
Consequences of Cholesterol
31 viewsHigh cholesterol can lead to heart disease, and that's bad news, because heart disease is America's leading killer!
Expert: Brian P. Kessler, M.D.
Good Cholesterol Vs Bad Cholesterol
52 viewsThink all cholesterol is bad for you? Well, think again. There's a good lipid that actually keep are bodies running like a well-oiled machine. Here, just watch how. Keep an eye...
Expert: Holly S. Andersen, MD
Heart Healthy Living
2,041 viewsHeart disease affects 20 million Americans. How can you live a heart healthy life?
Expert: Kendra Coppey
Lowering Cholesterol
2,768 viewsIf you're among the 18 percent of Americans who have high cholesterol, adopting a low-cholesterol lifestyle can help!
Expert: Brian P. Kessler, M.D.
Lowering High Cholesterol with Statins
84 viewsSometimes, regardless of your lifestyle changes, you may still have high cholesterol levels. If that's the case, it may be time to consider taking a statin.
Expert: Holly S. Andersen, MD
The Heart Health Quiz
27,218 viewsYou know you can't live without your heart, but do you know how it works? And how to keep it healthy? Take this quiz to learn more about how the heart works, cholesterol, and h...
Understanding Cholesterol
19 viewsCholesterol isn't inherently "bad," but too much of it can cause a plethora of problems! Keep watching for the cholesterol basics.
Expert: Brian P. Kessler, M.D.
EXPERT SPOTLIGHT
Michael Farkouh, M.D.
Mount Sinai School of Medicine,
Assoc. Professor of Cardiology
M.D., Assoc. Professor of Cardiology
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