'I'm a dietitian - here are six foods that can slash bad cholesterol'
‌ Left untreated high cholesterol could be dangerous, leading to medical emergencies such as heart attacks and strokes. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - October 14, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

High and Low HDL Cholesterol Levels Linked to Dementia Risk High and Low HDL Cholesterol Levels Linked to Dementia Risk
"Good" cholesterol at low or high levels is linked to dementia risk in older adults, but there was no association between dementia and levels of"bad" cholesterolMedscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - October 12, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery News Source Type: news

Doctor warns sign in a person’s hair that could be red flag for high cholesterol
If you are experiencing hair loss, it may be a potential sign that you have high cholesterol levels. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - October 8, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

'I'm a doctor - here are the seven best breakfasts to slash your high cholesterol levels'
From fibre to healthy fats, the hidden parts of certain foods could help keep your cholesterol levels in check. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - October 7, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

I'm a cardiologist - Here's what you should NEVER do if you have high cholesterol
The worst thing a person with high cholesterol can do is ignore it. More than 102 million Americans have cholesterol levels that exceed the healthy limit, yet just over half take medications to treat it. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - October 6, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

'Good' Cholesterol and Dementia Risk; Water Allergy; Firearms Deaths Surge in Kids
(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Both high and low levels of HDL cholesterol in midlife were linked with an increased risk of dementia. (Neurology) Zimbabwe is imposing restrictions on gatherings... (Source: MedPage Today Psychiatry)
Source: MedPage Today Psychiatry - October 5, 2023 Category: Psychiatry Source Type: news

How HDL'Good' Cholesterol Might Raise Dementia Risk
This study is especially informative because of the... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - October 5, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news

Higher, Lower HDL Cholesterol Linked to Increased Risk for Dementia
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 4, 2023 -- Higher and lower levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) are associated with an increased risk for Alzheimer disease and related dementia (ADRD), according to a study published online Oct. 4 in... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - October 4, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Not so good after all? Having high levels of HDL cholesterol 'might raise your risk of dementia' - but scientists find NO link with 'bad' type
A team of US researchers found that those had the most high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol were 15 per cent more at risk of being struck by the memory-robbing disease. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - October 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Dr Michael Mosley recommends 'very tasty' food to reduce your bad cholesterol levels
A popular pasta ingredient could keep your cholesterol levels in check and benefit your heart health, according to the health guru. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - October 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Self-Silencing Is Making Women Sick
“Be more disappointing” is not a piece of advice most people would pay money to hear, but in my therapy office, it’s often the most valuable guidance I can give. My clients are mostly women, and nearly all of them struggle with a fear of disappointing others. Our culture rewards women for being perpetually pleasant, self-sacrificing, and emotionally in control, and it can feel counterintuitive for my clients to say “no”—or firmly assert their wants and needs. But my work is about helping them realize that their health might literally depend on it. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”trueR...
Source: TIME: Health - October 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Authors:  Maytal Eyal Tags: Uncategorized freelance Source Type: news

Mayo Clinic Minute: Who benefits from taking statins?
If you're at risk of heart disease, your healthcare team might use the pooled cohort equation (PCE) tool to determine your long-term risk and whether taking statins  — cholesterol-lowering medication — is a good option. Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says it's important to understand who benefits the most from statins. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/7J-pyvntHyg Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:06) is in th e downloads at the end of the post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - October 3, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news

DR ELLIE CANNON: Why is my cholesterol on the rise even when I'm taking my statins?
DR ELLIE CANNON: Today's reader is concerned that their cholesterol levels are increasing even though they are regularly taking the statins prescribed by their GP. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - September 30, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Warning of ‘rare but serious’ condition linked to statins - millions of Britons at risk
Almost 10 million people in the UK are thought to use cholesterol-busting statins. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - September 29, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

LDL-Lowering Tied to Lower First CVD Events in Patients 70+ LDL-Lowering Tied to Lower First CVD Events in Patients 70+
People 70 years of age and older taking LDL cholesterol-lowering therapy for primary prevention have the same reduction in major vascular events as their younger counterparts, new research confirms.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Headlines - September 27, 2023 Category: Cardiology Tags: Cardiology News Source Type: news