Toss out bad habits for a healthier life

Five years ago, Lisa Griffis, Plain Dealer Deputy Design Director for Business, weighed 340 pounds.

New Medicine Approved to Help Better Manage Cholesterol

For years doctors have spoken about the importance of lowering cholesterol. But focusing on LDL or bad cholesterol may just be one piece of the cholesterol puzzle.

VIA Pharmaceuticals Licenses Drug Candidates from Roche to Expand...

SAN FRANCISCO , Dec. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- VIA Pharmaceuticals, Inc. , a biotechnology company focused on the development of compounds for the treatment of cardiovascular disease, today announced ...

Dr. Donohue: Young, fit son-in-law has dangerously high triglycerides

Q My 31-year-old son-in-law is 6 feet tall, weighs 185 pounds and is in good physical condition.

Triglycerides share billing with cholesterol

Dear Dr. Donohue: My 31-year-old son-in-law is six feet tall, weighs 185 pounds and is in good physical condition.

A battle against triglycerides

Published: Friday, January 2, 2009 at 1:00 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, January 1, 2009 at 4:40 p.m. Dear Dr.

Health Alert: Take Time Out for Triglycerides

Everyone has an extremely busy schedule and with the holiday season in full swing, chances are your health may not be as high on your priority list as sipping eggnog or braving long lines at the mall.

High Blood Triglycerides Linked to Stroke Risk

High blood levels of the fats called triglycerides are associated with an increased risk of stroke, a new study finds.

Ask the Expert: Resolve to learn more about cholesterol in the coming year

A. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is made by the liver. It can also be found in foods that are high in saturated fat, such as some dairy products, eggs and meat.

The YOU Docs: Gifts that make a difference

The closer your weight is to when you were 18 or 21 , the better for your health.