Cholesterol Management Slideshows
Oatmeal for Cholesterol Lowering
- Unusual Side Effects of Statins
Statins are a time-tested cholesterol treatment, but all medications may cause side effects. While rare, these are some statin side effects that you should know.
- 10 Drinks That May Naturally Lower Cholesterol
What you drink might make a difference to your cholesterol levels. It might be worth considering these 10 natural drinks to lower cholesterol.
- Science-Backed Supplements That Help With Cholesterol, and When to Be Cautious
Some supplements have significant benefits, others not so much.
- 14 Coffee Choices to Sip and Skip for Better Cholesterol
Not all coffee is bad for cholesterol. Find out which drinks to enjoy and which to skip, including popular Starbucks options and ordering tips.
- Statin Side Effects: What to Expect and How to Manage Them
Learn about common statin side effects, including muscle pain, fatigue, and digestive issues. Discover practical ways to manage symptoms and know when to talk to your doctor.
- 12 Cholesterol-Friendly Food Substitutions That Still Taste Great
Discover which cholesterol-friendly swaps you can make, so that food still tastes great. Learn how to make incremental changes to improve your cholesterol over time.
- Everyday Habits to Help Lower Your Cholesterol
Everyday habits to lower cholesterol and the risk of heart disease.
- Foundational Behaviors That Go Hand-In-Hand With Cholesterol Management
Get tips for managing cholesterol, and learn essential behaviors that go hand-in-hand with lowering your numbers and keeping your cholesterol levels healthy.
- Myths and Facts About Managing High Cholesterol
Don’t let myths and misconceptions about high cholesterol keep you from keeping it under control. These facts will help get your numbers in line.
- Surprising Causes of High Cholesterol
You may think high cholesterol is linked to fatty foods and smoking. But some other causes may surprise you: certain coffees, pregnancy, and even some medicines. Find out what might be bumping your LDL levels up.
- All About Triglycerides
It’s not just your cholesterol numbers that make up your lipid profile. Triglycerides are part of the picture as well. Find out more about triglycerides and how much you should have in your blood.
- Mistakes That Can Affect Your Cholesterol
High cholesterol can be trouble. Find out if you’re doing things that can make it harder to keep your numbers in check.
- Foods to Avoid If You Have High Triglycerides
If you have high triglycerides, what you eat matters. Find out what foods you should avoid.
- Foods to Help Lower LDL (‘Bad’) Cholesterol
When you're working on lowering your LDL ("bad") cholesterol, what you eat matters. These foods can help.
- Foods That Are Surprisingly Bad for Your Cholesterol
Are you trying to lower your cholesterol level? Then you need to know about these surprising foods that may raise your cholesterol.
- Beyond Cholesterol: 14 Ways to Lower Triglycerides
To keep your heart healthy, you may need to watch your triglyceride levels. Use these tips to learn how to keep them in check.
- DASH Diet for Heart Health -- Lowering Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
Eat right for a healthy heart. See how the DASH diet can help you keep your blood pressure and cholesterol under control.
- Slideshow: Cholesterol 101 -- What Your Levels Mean
Pictures help explain cholesterol testing: LDL, HDL, good, bad, and triglycerides. Learn about the tests, treatments, and critical foods from eggs to avocados.
- 16 Tips to Lower Your Cholesterol
Is your "bad" (LDL) level too high? Bring it back down with these tips.
