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Cholesterol is produced by the body (liver) and is structurally a combination of lipid (fat) and steroid. It is an important part of the outer lining of cells in mammals and is essential for normal body functioning.
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Inhalation of Auto Emissions Turns HDL Cholesterol from 'Good' to 'Bad': Researchers
Researchers have found that breathing motor vehicle emissions triggers a change in high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.
LDL Cholesterol Not a Good Marker for Heart Disease in Kidney Disease Patients
A new study suggests that LDL cholesterol is not an effective marker in gauging the risk of heart disease in patients with kidney disease.
Scientists Identify Genes That Influence 'Bad' Cholesterol Levels
Four genes in baboons that regulate bad cholesterol levels have been discovered by researchers.
Merck's Combination Cholesterol Drug Liptruzet Gets FDA Nod
New combination cholesterol drug, Liptruzet by Merck, has received approval by FDA. This drug helps in lowering a patient s low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels.
Heart-healthy Diet Helps Men Lower Bad Cholesterol, Says Study
According to a recent study, heart-healthy diet helps men at high risk for heart disease reduce their bad cholesterol.
Study Validates Strong Link Between Inflammation and Low HDL 'Good' Cholesterol
Many of the genes regulating the inflammation and immune response of the body are also linked with low HDL-cholesterol levels in the circulation, a new study has confirmed.
High Levels of Blood Cholesterol Boost Risk of Heart Disease, Alzheimer's Disease
A single mechanism that underlines the damaging effect of cholesterol on the brain and blood vessels has been identified by researchers.
New Way to Clear Cholesterol from the Blood Discovered
University of Michigan scientists have identified a novel target for lowering cholesterol.
Cholesterol-reducing Statins' Have Positive Benefits
An extensive study has concluded that cholesterol-reducing tablets statins have positive benefits despite some side effects like headaches, nosebleeds and digestive problems.
Macular Degeneration can be Treated by Cholesterol-lowering Eye Drops: Research
Macrophages taken from both old mice and human AMD patients had low levels of ABCA1, a cholesterol transporter known to move cholesterol out of the cells.
Articles
Low Cholesterol Diet - PUFA & MUFA
Cholesterol - The Pivotal Chemical in Low Cholesterol Diet
Cholesterol
Cholesterol is produced by the body (liver) and is essential for normal body functioning.
High Cholesterol
Encyclopedia section of medindia gives an introduction to high cholesterol
Cholesterol - The Enigma Chemical
The word 'Cholesterol' rings danger bells as soon as it is mentioned. This important chemical is important for the normal metabolism of the body and is dangerous only if present in excess.
Low Saturated Fat and Low Cholesterol Diet
To avoid obesity we must consciously control the quantity and the quality of fat that we eat and our daily intake of fat should contribute no more than 25% of our calories.
Natural Remedies for Cholesterol How Effective Are They?
Certain natural remedies are effective in controlling high cholesterol, when aided by lifestyle changes.
Slideshow/Quiz/Calculators

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Foods to Lower Cholesterol and Heart Disease
Heart diseases are the most common and threatening disease today. It has takes millions of lives all over the world each year and the death count is not going down. Here are tips to a healthy heart.

Quiz

Quiz on High Cholesterol
A high cholesterol level by itself does not cause any symptoms; symptoms arise from the complications of high cholesterol. Here is a quiz that will help to keep your knowledge on cholesterol up- to- date.

Calculators

Convenient Cholesterol Counter
If you are health conscious, here is a calculator, from medindia, to count the cholesterol level of a food item you choose, based on which you can be choosy in your diet.
Cholesterol in Animal Foods
Animal based food contains a high level of cholesterol that is one of the major risk factors causing the heart diseases. Use the cholesterol level calculator to find out the cholesterol and fat content in different animal based products.
Cholesterol Risk Calculator
The Cholesterol risk calculator assesses your risk for heart disease using the result of cholesterol test (lipid profile test).
Health Reports
Secondhand Smoke Destroys Good Cholesterol in Teen Girls
Secondhand smoke causes serious adverse effect on teenage girls as compared to teenage boys. This implies that passive smoking is more detrimental to girls.
Korean Cuisine to Burn Fat and Cholesterol
Kochujang (KCJ), a fermented soybean-based red pepper paste may burn down visceral fat and improve lipid profile.
A Study on Diet, Cholesterol and BMI in Northern Swedish Population
The decrease and increase in cholesterol levels changed with the prevailing diet trends. These changes have a direct bearing on the management and prevention of CVD.
Fiber in Diet Reduces Plant Cholesterol Absorption When Taken With Cholesterol Lowering Tablets
Intake of 25 g of fiber daily for 12 weeks by patients with high cholesterol, who were well controlled with cholesterol-lowering medications, resulted in decreased phytosterolemia.
Simvastatin and Ezetimibe Combination Fights High Cholesterol in Kidney Disease Patients
Drug combination of simvastatin and ezetimibe that lowers blood cholesterol is found to reduce ailments of the heart in patients suffering from kidney disease.
High Cholesterol Level can Be Dangerous for Diabetics
Doctors worldwide are now warning of the dangers of ignoring Cholesterol levels in Diabetics, a factor that would increase the risk of heart disease and may even cause death.
Statins Taken For Reducing Cholesterol Found To Reduce Death Rate Associated With Heart Attack As Well
For most of history, the human heart has been regarded as a forbidden organ too delicate to tamper with. It might have remained so, were it not for World War II.
Medications
Atorvastatin
Atorvastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as "statin , prescribed for hyperglycemia. ... 		Bezafibrate
Bezafibrate is a fibrate drug, prescribed for high cholesterol in blood....
Cholestyramine Resin
Cholestyramine Resin is a bile acid sequestrant, prescribed for high cholesterol. This medication reduces cholesterol level in the blood. ... 		Clofibrate
Clofibrate is a dyslipidaemic agent, prescribed for hyperlipidaemia. ...
Colestipol
Colestipol is a lipid-lowering agent, prescribed for high cholesterol.... 		Evening Primrose
Evening Primrose is a dietary supplement, prescribed for high cholesterol, heart disease, skin disorders such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne. It de...
Ezetimibe
Ezetimibe is a lipid-lowering agent, prescribed for hypercholesterolemia.... 		Ezetimibe and Simvastatin
Ezetimibe and Simvastatin contains an antihyperlipidemic agent and an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, prescribed for high cholesterol with diet....
Fenofibric Acid
Fenofibric Acid is used to reduce the cholesterol in patients with obesity problem. It is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). It slows the pro... 		Fluvastatin
Fluvastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as a "statin", prescribed for high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients...
Gemfibrozil
Gemfibrozil is an antihyperlipidemic agent, used to treat obesity, blockages in blood vessels by reducing the cholesterol level and triglyceri... 		Icosapent Ethyl
Icosapent Ethyl is a synthetic derivate of the omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), prescribed as an adjunct to diet to reduce hypertri...
Lovastatin
Lovastatin is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, prescribed for high cholesterol. ... 		Mipomersen Injection
Mipomersen Injection is a cholesterol-reducing agent (oligonucleotide inhibitor- an orphan drug), prescribed for hypercholesterolemia....
Niacin
Niacin is an antihyperlipidemic agent, prescribed for hyperlipidemia. ... 		Niacin Er and Simvastatin
Niacin Er and Simvastatin contains HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor and niacin, prescribed for hypercholesterolemia....
Omega 3-acid Ethyl Esters
Omega 3-acid Ethyl Esters is a lipid-regulating agent, prescribed for hypertriglyceridemia.... 		Pitavastatin
Pitavastatin is a statin, prescribed for obesity along with appropriate diet. It works by reducing the production of certain fatty substances i...
Pravastatin
Pravastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, used for lowering high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients with appropriate diet.... 		Pravastatin Sodium
Pravastatin Sodium is a statin, prescribed for hyperlipidaemia....
Probucol
Probucol is a dyslipidaemic agent, prescribed for hypercholesterolaemias and hyperlipoproteinaemia. ... 		Rosuvastatin
Rosuvastatin is used to reduce the cholesterol in patients with obesity problem. It is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). It slows the pro...
Simvastatin
Simvastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as a "statin", used for lowering high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patie... 		Simvastatin and Sitagliptin
Simvastatin and Sitagliptin contains antidiabetic and cholesterol-lowering agent, prescribed for treating type 2 diabetes and lowering high choles...
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