So, what are triglycerides? Triglycerides are a form of fat carried through the bloodstream. When you eat, your body converts any calories it does not need at that moment and stores it into ...

Though you may know the difference between bad cholesterol and good cholesterol, you may not know that your triglycerides, a ...

But too many triglycerides can also cause heart disease," says Dr. Fernandes. People who are overweight, in general, have high triglyceride levels and good cholesterol levels that are low. "They may ...

Medically reviewed by Leigh Weddle, PharmD Omega-3 fatty acid supplements may reduce triglycerides.They may also raise "good" HDL cholesterol.Both of these effects can reduce heart health risks. Omega ...

High triglycerides can cloud your thinking. Elevated blood fats may reduce brain blood flow, fuel inflammation, and trigger brain fog—often signaling deeper heart–brain health risks. TheHealthSite.com ...

High triglycerides, widely known as an enemy of the aging heart, may not be as threatening to older adults' brains, new research suggests. The study, of over 80,000 older adults, found those with ...

Canned foods are convenient and good for you, too. For heart health, don’t ignore these fiber-rich and omega-3-packed pantry staples. “Shop the perimeter of the grocery store” is a well-intentioned ...

This transcript has been edited for clarity. For more episodes, download the Medscape app or subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast provider. Nihar R. Desai, MD ...

While your first instinct when grocery shopping for heart-healthy foods may be to fill your cart with fresh produce, don’t overlook the freezer aisle. Frozen foods are convenient (hello, pre-cut ...

But what about triglycerides? Often that word gets skimmed over when talking about cholesterol levels. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says triglycerides provide the body with energy ...