Heart Disease Center—High Cholesterol

High cholesterol is excess levels of cholesterol in the blood. Cholesterol in the blood consists of three main components: low density lipoproteins, high density lipoproteins, and triglycerides.

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Find answers in our in-depth report on cholesterol:

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 ]]>What are the risk factors?]]>

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 ]]>What are the screening tests?]]>

 ]]>How can I reduce my risk?]]>

 ]]>What questions should I ask my healthcare provider?]]>

]]>Achieving and maintaining a healthful weight]]>

Never mind the fad diets, weight-loss pills, and zany herbal remedies—it all comes down to a balanced diet and a regular exercise program.

High cholesterol levels, along with other factors that put adults at risk for heart problems, put children at risk later in life.

]]>Seven sizzling ways to stop smoking]]>

Quitting smoking is one of the most daunting challenges you'll face in your life. It's an addiction that is both physical and psychological, but quitting smoking can be done.

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Exercise helps keep your body healthy and your tissue and organs working properly. In keeping your body in good working order, exercise also helps ward off many diseases.

]]>Tips for safely using medications]]>

Whether it's a drug prescribed by a healthcare professional or just a bottle of Tylenol, medications require some special care.

]]>Eating out: good for the tastebuds, bad for the waistline]]>

The more often you eat food prepared away from home, the more calories you consume, the less healthful the meals, and the heavier you become. Learn tips on becoming a calorie-conscious restaurant diner.