Your liver does much more than you probably give it credit for. Not only does it prevent you from dying every time you have a little too much to drink at Happy Hour, but it’s central to the overall structure and function of your cells, and it also plays an important role in the creation and management … Read More →

 So you have been diagnosed with familial hypercholesterolemia. First, know that you’re not alone. This condition impacts approximately 1 in every 250-500 people, and the good news is that it’s highly treatable. It does, however, mean that you’re probably going to require some lifestyle … Read More →

Heart disease is the leading killer of Americans. In fact, according to the CDC, the condition claims approximately 600,000 American lives each year. That’s more than all cancers, respiratory diseases, diabetes and stroke. If you want to minimize the risk that this life-threatening condition exposes … Read More →

We all want to lower our cholesterol, and it seems that our doctors are constantly making recommendations for us to exercise, eat better, and perhaps even take medication. Of course, we could easily list some of the best foods to lower cholesterol (and we will), but it’s important to note that, … Read More →

FH: A common disorder, an uncommon diagnosisFamilial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) is more common than one might think, yet it often goes unnoticed or misdiagnosed. At least 1 in 500 people are affected by it, but most of them simply get told that they have high cholesterol, and need to manage their diet … Read More →