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Incidence of high cholesterol drops in U.S.

The good news is that a new report shows the percentage of American adults with high LDL cholesterol, the "bad" kind that clogs arteries, decreased by about one-third between 1999 and 2006. More>>

Selenium supplements may pose heart risk

Taking selenium supplements could boost your cholesterol levels and increase your risk of heart disease, English researchers suggest. More>>

Cholesterol measurements may be made easier

Methods to gauge blood cholesterol to determine vascular disease risk can be simplified, researchers in England say. More>>

Household chemicals may affect cholesterol levels

Chemicals used in food packaging, paper and textile coatings may affect blood cholesterol levels in people, U.S. researchers have found. More>>

DASH to help lower blood pressure

What you eat has a lot to do with good blood pressure control. Find out what delicious foods to include in your diet to help combat high blood pressure. More>>

How can I prepare heart healthy meals for my family? Video included

The perfect heart healthy meal includes a combination of seven superfoods--and it's delicious.  More>>

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