Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factor: Doctors Recommend Youth With Autism to Undergo Cholesterol Level Screening

Medicine & Technology Dec 07, 2021

Kennedy Krieger Institute physicians recommend that children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) should be screened for abnormally low or high cholesterol levels to check their risk of developing cardiovascular diseases later in life.

Statin for Vision Impairment: Hypercholesterolemia Medicaiton Alleviates High Blood Pressure and Combats Glaucoma, Study Says

Dec 07, 2021

A study found that a high cholesterol medication called statin is effective against high blood pressure build-up in the optic nerve, which often leads to glaucoma.

Health Myths Debunked: Drinking Alcohol Even in Moderation Does Not Promote Long Life

Nov 04, 2021

What health myths do people still believe today? Here are the top seven myths debunked by new scientific research to correct health misconceptions.

Detect Alarming Cholesterol Levels in Legs Through Toenails

Oct 29, 2021

High cholesterol in legs could be detected through toenails and other symptoms that manifests on limbs and other parts of the body.

High Cholesterol Boosts Cell Death and Causes to Cancer Metastasis, New Study Finds

Aug 25, 2021

Experts have uncovered the link behind the puzzling cholesterol and cancer connection.

Plant-Based Diet Helps Lower Risk for Heart Disease, Cholesterol Levels in Middle Age People, Postmenopausal Women

Aug 10, 2021

Two research studies suggest that eating a plant-based diet in adulthood will decrease the likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease and promote good heart health.

How Do Arabian Camels Travel 100 Miles of Desert and Endure Weeks Without Water?

Jun 28, 2021

An analysis of the well-developed kidneys of one-humped Arabian camels showed its role in coping with extremes, including surviving for weeks without drinking water.

Enhanced CRISPR Gene-Editing Treatment Developed; Study in Mice Shows Potential to Reduce Cholesterol

Mar 03, 2021

Scientists enhanced a gene-editing treatment's form through the development of an experimental therapy that looks to hold a great potential to treat bad cholesterol.

Recurring Pain at the Back of the Head Could Be a Sign of High Cholesterol

Feb 03, 2021

How to know if you have too much cholesterol in your body? The frequent pain at the back of your head could be one of the many signs.

3 Best Heart-Friendly Foods To Have in Your Kitchen

Jan 27, 2021

There are some foods that doctors want people with heart conditions to have in their kitchen constantly.

Excess Egg Consumption Increases Risk of Diabetes

Nov 16, 2020

Egg is a popular breakfast food, but doctors suggest not to eat too much of it or risk having diabetes.

Coconut Oil and Cardiovascular Health: What Do Studies Say?

Sep 17, 2020

Coconut oil has become increasingly popular for numerous health benefits, yet lack scientific evidence to support these claims. Singaporean researchers analyze several studies to determine how consumption of coconut oil affects cholesterol levels.

4 Modern Applications of Ayurveda

Sep 05, 2020

Ayurveda has been a traditional practice in India for thousands of years. Today, they are several modern applications for several aspects of health such as mental health and a balanced lifestyle.

Eating Fried Chicken Everyday Could Lead to Early Death, Study Says

Jan 08, 2020

Fried foods may be delicious, but they can be the cause of early death

To Avoid Heart Problems, Reduce Cholesterol Now, Study Says

Jan 01, 2020

Study shows that if you want to live longer, start monitoring your cholesterol levels.