Here's what registered dietitians want you to know about a new diet plan that could improve your heart health in 12 weeks and ...

Daily consumption of pecans can significantly lower cholesterol levels and improve diet quality, according to a 2025 study by Penn State researchers. Pecans provide healthy fats, plant sterols ...

Because it’s associated with conditions like heart disease and stroke, the word ‘cholesterol’ might stir feelings of fear or worry. But not all cholesterol is bad. In fact, we need a certain amount to ...

Insurers may be keeping the premiums for mid-level plans low, but the deductibles are a killer. John Holahan, Michael Simpson and Erik Wengle have reported that finding in a paper distributed by ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In the world of nuts, pecans have always reigned supreme as a fan favorite. It makes sense: They ...

When it comes to managing cholesterol levels, what you eat matters significantly. Among the foods making waves in heart health research, pecans stand out for their impressive ability to improve ...

A new study has found swapping snack foods for pecans improves cholesterol and the quality of people's diets. Eating pecans instead of typical snack foods was found to reduce key risk factors for ...

Cholesterol-lowering statins such as Lipitor (atorvastatin) and Crestor (rosuvastatin calcium) are among the most widely prescribed drugs on the market today. Their purpose is to lower blood ...

Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RD If you have high cholesterol, knowing which foods support heart health and which should be avoided is important. To lower cholesterol levels, focus on fresh, ...

The Mediterranean diet is primarily a plant-centered diet, rich in plant-based sources of fat, with contributions from fish, poultry, and a limited amount of dairy. For years now, the ...