Is Full-Fat Dairy Healthier?

Americans have been told to prioritize low-fat dairy for decades, but Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has called that recommendation into question.

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Merck PCSK9 Pill Results Point to Extremely Low Cholesterol Future

The drug targets the PCSK9 protein, and could give millions of people a more affordable option to reduce their heart disease risk.

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This Little-Known Diet Can Actually Lower Your Cholesterol

The plant-focused portfolio diet has been shown to reduce the risks of cardiovascular disease. Here’s how it works.

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Antidepressant Side Effects Vary Widely by Drug, Study Finds

A new study compared the effects of 30 drugs on cholesterol, blood pressure and weight gain.

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Trump Responds to Rumors About His Health During Oval Office Press Conference

In the world of presidential health, distrust and speculation run so rampant that even Mr. Trump’s online assurance that he was fine was immediately explained away as part of a cover-up.

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How Healthy Is Zucchini?

The culinary chameleon has some surprising benefits.

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This Test Can See a Heart Attack in Your Future

Coronary artery calcium testing can reveal plaque in arteries, offering a more precise estimate of a patient’s risk. Yet the test remains underused.

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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Fiber?

Test your knowledge with our quiz.

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How Healthy Is Chicken Breast?

It’s a protein powerhouse. But it has other strengths, too.

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Kilmer McCully, Pathologist Scorned for New Theory of Heart Disease, Dies at 91

His studies showed that a B vitamin deficiency could cause hardened arteries. It took the medical profession more than a decade to catch up.

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