Tag: Cholesterol

What Are Triglycerides? What You Need to Know

You probably know that high cholesterol is a risk factor for heart attack—but having high levels of triglycerides can also put you at risk, especially if you already have cardiovascular disease. What are triglycerides, and what can you do to keep them at a healthy level?

Doctor holding a plastic red heart

7 Common Cholesterol Myths Busted

Keeping your cholesterol levels in check can help you avoid heart disease. Unfortunately, there is still a lot of misinformation out there about cholesterol, what it does to the body, and how to maintain healthy levels. Learn the truth behind the myths.

Older couple jogging outside

The Best Changes You Can Make to Lower Your Cholesterol

While there are many medications that can help lower your cholesterol levels, lifestyle changes are also incredibly effective. Find out which changes you can make to keep your cholesterol at a healthy level.