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A complete lipid profile is important in cholesterol testing
Date: 2012-06-01 00:00:00

Cholesterol testing that reveals a patient's complete lipid profile may be more important than screening for total cholesterol levels. A new study has shown that people who have normal total cholesterol numbers may still be at risk of developing heart disease.... Full Story

Exercise may worsen heart health in some people
Date: 2012-06-04 00:00:00

Following an unhealthy cholesterol test, patients are often advised by their doctor to get more exercise. However, new evidence suggests that this recommendation may actually lead to worsening heart health for some patients.... Full Story

New study shows fish lowers cholesterol levels
Date: 2012-06-05 00:00:00

For individuals who have received unhealthy cholesterol test results, eating more fish could lead to significantly improved heart health. A new study has found that eating hake may particularly improve cholesterol levels.... Full Story

Group urges men to seek preventive care
Date: 2012-06-08 00:00:00

Most conditions can be treated effectively when they are diagnosed in their early stages. However, letting illness progress can lead to devastating health consequences. Experts from Kaiser Permanente are urging individuals to get themselves tested for a range of conditions.... Full Story

Low-carb diets may increase cholesterol levels
Date: 2012-06-12 00:00:00

Individuals who are on low-carb diets may want to consider cholesterol testing, as new evidence has linked this common weight loss strategy to elevations in blood lipid levels.... Full Story

Expert recommends men pay more attention to heart health
Date: 2012-06-15 00:00:00

Men should consider seeking cholesterol testing and other measures of heart health to ensure that they do not have cardiovascular risk factors, according to one expert from New York University.... Full Story

Few people receive cholesterol testing, study shows
Date: 2012-06-18 00:00:00

Millions of people do not receive the kind of preventive health services they need, including cholesterol testing, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.... Full Story

Statins may cause fatigue
Date: 2012-06-19 00:00:00

Many people who have received unhealthy cholesterol test results are given a prescription for statin medications by their doctor. However, new evidence has linked these drugs to an increased risk of experiencing significant fatigue.... Full Story

Researchers identify antioxidant that boosts heart health
Date: 2012-06-20 00:00:00

For individuals who have received unhealthy cholesterol tests indicating they have low levels of beneficial HDL cholesterol, a naturally occurring antioxidant may help significantly reduce the risk of developing heart disease, according to a new study out of the University of Minnesota.... Full Story

Gastric bypass leads to sustained improvements in cholesterol
Date: 2012-06-22 00:00:00

Gastric bypass surgery may benefit individuals who have received unhealthy cholesterol test results. New research indicates that most patients who undergo these operations make major sustained improvements in several measures of heart health.... Full Story

New study proves benefit of combination therapies for treating high cholesterol
Date: 2012-06-26 00:00:00

Individuals who receive unhealthy cholesterol test results are typically given a prescription for a statin medication. New research indicates that taking more than one type of statin could have added benefits.... Full Story

Statins effective in women, study finds
Date: 2012-06-27 00:00:00

Most patients who receive unhealthy cholesterol test results are advised to take statin medications to lower their cholesterol levels. New research indicates that this therapy approach is equally effective in men and women.... Full Story

New study explains why fatty foods lead to high cholesterol
Date: 2012-06-28 00:00:00

A high-fat diet is generally recognized as being a risk factor for receiving unhealthy cholesterol test results. However, the reasons for this association are not exactly clear. A new study may help to clarify the situation.... Full Story

Agency rules soy has limited cholesterol benefits
Date: 2012-07-06 00:00:00

Many individuals who have received unhealthy cholesterol test results may be tempted to use soy products, which often promote beneficial effects on heart health. However, a European agency has ruled that the evidence for these claims is lacking, and soy products may not have the cholesterol-lowering effects manufacturers often claim.... Full Story

Strawberries may boost heart health
Date: 2012-07-09 00:00:00

A team of researchers from the University of Warwick in the UK is calling strawberries the new superfruit following a study in which they showed that the berries provide significant support for heart health. This may benefit individuals who have received unhealthy cholesterol test results.... Full Story

Group highlights importance of heart disease prevention
Date: 2012-07-09 00:00:00

Individuals who have received unhealthy cholesterol test results may want to take steps to prevent their condition from progressing to heart disease. A new report states that prevention of heart disease is typically easier than treatment.... Full Story

New study shows algae extract may improve cholesterol levels
Date: 2012-07-10 00:00:00

A new study indicates that individuals who have received unhealthy cholesterol test results may benefit from an extract of algae. The substance has been shown to boost HDL cholesterol levels.... Full Story

Fine measurements of HDL needed to assess heart risk
Date: 2012-07-11 00:00:00

Cholesterol tests that measure the quantity of HDL particles, rather than the amount of cholesterol carried by these particles, may deliver a more relevant measure of individuals' cardiovascular risk, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.... Full Story

Cardiovascular risk factors are common among severely obese children
Date: 2012-07-24 00:00:00

About two-thirds of severely obese children have at least one risk factor for poor heart health, according to new research. These findings suggest that parents of kids who have weight problems may want to consider having them undergo a lab test to screen for things such as high cholesterol and elevated blood sugar.... Full Story

Dangerous cardiac events may be more common among shift workers
Date: 2012-07-30 00:00:00

Employees who are on shift work schedules may be more likely to experience a heart attack or stroke, compared to individuals who have regular daytime assignments, according to new research. These findings suggest that shift workers may benefit from regular cholesterol tests.... Full Story