CHOLESTEROL

What Is Cholesterol?

Cholesterol is produced naturally by the liver, and also comes from eating ...
Cholesterol is produced naturally by the liver, and also comes from eating certain foods, such as eggs and red meat.  If you have too much of the wrong kind, cholesterol starts to build up in your arteries.

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7 Causes of High Cholesterol

High cholesterol comes from a variety of sources, including your family his...
High cholesterol comes from a variety of sources, including your family history and what you eat. Here is a visual journey through the most common causes.
Cholesterol

11 Signs Cholesterol Is Harming Your Legs

Everyone knows high cholesterol can clog the heart's blood vessels, but the...
Everyone knows high cholesterol can clog the heart's blood vessels, but the damage doesn't stop there. Cholesterol can also affect the legs, leading to a condition called peripheral arterial disease, or PAD.
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Need a Cholesterol Drug? 12 Must-Know Facts

<p>Millions of people take cholesterol-lowering drugs to prevent heart atta...
Millions of people take cholesterol-lowering drugs to prevent heart attacks and strokes. Here are 12&nbsp;things you should know if you need a cholesterol drug.

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20 Low-Cholesterol Meals

While cholesterol in food is not as dangerous as once thought, it's still b...
While cholesterol in food is not as dangerous as once thought, it's still better for your heart to limit your intake.