Mar 7, 2025 · If there's too much cholesterol in the blood, the cholesterol and other substances may form deposits called plaque. Plaque can cause an artery to become narrowed or blocked.

Mar 7, 2025 · The body needs some cholesterol to build healthy cells. But high cholesterol can raise the risk of heart disease. Lifestyle changes can help.

May 24, 2025 · Rosenson RS, et al. Management of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search.

May 2, 2024 · Research suggests that the fiber from avocados can improve HDL cholesterol levels and the quality of LDL cholesterol. Adding two servings of avocado per week to a heart …

Jul 6, 2024 · Recent trials using new treatments to lower cholesterol have helped people reach very low cholesterol levels with no increased risk of major side effects. But the follow-up has …

Dec 12, 2025 · Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), formerly called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), is a liver condition that affects people with excess …

Atherosclerosis symptoms usually don't happen until an artery is so narrowed or clogged that it can't send enough blood to organs and tissues. Sometimes a blood clot completely blocks …

Jul 21, 2025 · If you have read about the potential side effects of statins, you may be more likely to blame your symptoms on the medicine, whether or not it truly caused your symptoms. Even …

Nov 7, 2024 · Lifestyle changes known to increase HDL cholesterol have been shown to lower the risk of heart attack. These changes include moving more, quitting smoking, and eating a diet …

Mar 25, 2025 · High levels of VLDL cholesterol have been associated with the development of plaque deposits on artery walls, which narrow the passage and restrict blood flow. This …