All news on the topic: Cholesterol

High cholesterol does not usually cause symptoms and people often discover they have it when it is too late, which is why experts describe the condition as a 'silent epidemic'

Regular drinkers were found to have lower levels of cholesterol - which can cause blood clots. They also slashed their risk of coronary heart disease by 14 per cent

Spirulina, which is an algae, is thought to be one of the oldest life forms on earth, with research suggesting it was first used by the Aztecs as an endurance booster

High cholesterol levels are not immediately obvious, but there are common signs and symptoms to suggest you're at risk of the 'silent killer', including unusual bumps underneath your skin

An expert has revealed what foods you should eat if you want to try and reduce your cholesterol levels and therefore your chance of developing serious health issues such as heart disease or stroke

With inactivity costing healthcare systems the world over billions every year, there's good news which shows the epidemic of childhood obesity can be fought with some light exercise every day

Lowering your cholesterol can play a pivotal role in living a long and happy life, and one doctor has revealed the foods that you can drop to help you do just that

Build-up of fatty deposits can lead to coronary heart disease, heart attack and stroke - but there's a variety of foods that can help avoid this, such as garlic, berries, nuts and more

It can be enjoyed as part of a healthy and balance breakfast, but one nutrition expert has warned to be careful of your eating habits when it comes to this one food

Bradley Walsh, who returns to TV screens on Saturday night for the reboot of the iconic gameshow Gladiators, has opened up on a health condition he struggles with

MasterChef star Gregg Wallace stunned fans with his recent five stone weight loss - here he reveals how he did it after doctors told him he could die if he didn't change his lifestyle

While traditionally seen as a health bonus, high levels of ‘good’ HDL cholesterol led to a 27 per cent increased risk of dementia in men and women, new research has suggested

Dementia affects around one in 11 people over the age of 65 in the UK, but Dr Avinash Hari Narayanan has warned that high cholesterol levels could increase the risk of getting it by 40 per cent

Don't spend time worrying about what to do with your left over booze this season, as one company is offering its expert advice of what to do at just a click of a button

While having 'good cholesterol' is linked to many health benefits, scientists have discovered that it's also responsible for up to as much as a 42% increased risk in dementia

The Royal Variety Performance presenter Bradley Walsh is one of the most recognisable faces on ITV, presenting shows such as Blankety Blank and The Chase

At least three hours of light activity per day - whether strolling, dancing, or cleaning the house - can be up to five times more effective for healthy hearts and lowering inflammation

A cheap and easy to produce drug commonly used to reduce cholesterol can be effective in improving the survival of patients with Covid, Dr Miriam Stoppard writes

Doctor and TV presenter Michael Mosley has highlighted the many health benefits of a humble fruit, that is readily available and cheap to buy, and his fans couldn't agree more

There are many things we can do to avoid diabetes, but a recent study has shown there is also a certain fruit that may be able to slash your risk of developing the condition

From the classic cup mushroom and vitamin D-packed chestnut mushrooms to meaty portobellos and firm, fragrant shiitakes, there are a wide variety of mushrooms to discover

Ideally everyone should get their necessary vitamins and minerals by eating a healthy, balanced diet - but many of us regularly don't achieve that. Here, a doctor says what she thinks are the two most important supplements we should all be taking

Scientists compared high-intensity statins and found patients taking some types may be more than a third more likely to develop a serious debilitating condition

High cholesterol can go unnoticed for some time before it manifests into serious heart disease, but there are warning signs you can look out for to catch it early

Although high-density lipoprotein (HDL), is important for the body for clearing fatty build ups, high and low levels of it could be connected to a higher risk of dementia