Researchers absorbing knowledge about cholesterol-related gene

Scientists have moved closer to understanding why some individuals seem to get away with eating high-cholesterol foods without absorbing any more cholesterol than other, more health-conscience people.

Don't wait to weigh

Thoughts to yourself: "Most of my clothes still fit, and the nurse didn't gasp the last time she had me on the scale. I couldn't be overweight!"

Muscle study could pump up research on drug therapies

Much as most people would like to, nobody can get that fit, firm body they're aiming for by concentrating on just one type of exercise. Our muscles won't let us off that easy.

Safe from cholesterol dangers? Watch out for sneak attack

New research reveals that even individuals who appear to have normal overall cholesterol levels may still face risks from high levels of a type of cholesterol not detected with conventional screenings.