Getting more "good cholesterol" can prevent memory loss in old age. July 2, 2008 — -- A new study has linked increased HDL, the "good" kind of cholesterol, with a decreased risk of memory loss ...

They can go far towards improving your heart health.

DEAR DR. ROACH: Can you please explain what is cholesterol/high-density lipoprotein and the significance of a high HDL cholesterol value? What about non-HDL ...

Understanding your cholesterol test results in plain English Your doctor hands you a cholesterol report filled with ...

LDL and HDL are two forms of cholesterol associated with heart health. Keeping them within an optimal range reduces your risk of heart disease. Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Cholesterol ...

HDL, the so-called good cholesterol, appears to influence treatment decisions around statin therapy, according to an analysis in JACC: Advances. Compared with people who have normal HDL-cholesterol ...

High-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), the "good cholesterol," transports cholesterol from the arteries to the liver for elimination. Previous studies have demonstrated an association between ...

Indians face higher rates of bad cholesterol and heart disease earlier than Westerners. Learn why this happens, the role of ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Can you please explain what is cholesterol/high-density lipoprotein and the significance of a high HDL cholesterol value? What about non-HDL ...

New research found that high levels of ‘good cholesterol’ in the blood were associated with an increased risk of glaucoma, an incurable condition that leads to vision loss. The findings call for ...

This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Cholesterol is a key building block for testosterone. Through ...

When you have excess LDL cholesterol in the blood, it can lead to heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems.