Tag Archives: High Cholesterol

Heart Health: What To Know About Cholesterol

May 16, 2023: Patients have many questions about how to lower cholesterol and what to do after a high cholesterol diagnosis.

Dr. Ashish Sarraju answers some of these common questions including why fasting before your test is important, what all of the different tests tell your doctor and what you can do to help your heart.

Heart Health: What Is Cholesterol? (AHA Video)

There are two types of cholesterol: LDL cholesterol, which is bad, and HDL, which is good. Learn why too much cholesterol and elevated triglycerides can lead to heart disease and stroke. Make it a priority to have your cholesterol checked.