Caroline Hopkins Legaspi

Working out can temporarily raise your cholesterol levels. It sounds counterintuitive, but engaging in intense exercise right before a cholesterol test may mess with the results, making your low-density lipoprotein (LDL or "bad") cholesterol appear…

It's true that cashews have a pretty high fat content. A single serving (about 18 nuts) contains nearly 20 percent of your recommended daily fat intake, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). But when it comes to avoiding…

If you have ovarian cysts, finding a weight-loss plan that works can require focus and patience. Frustrated? The hormonal changes that come with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), in particular, can make weight loss a challenge. Balancing hormones,…

Changing your eating habits can be helpful for managing both gout and diabetes. And because the two conditions often go hand in hand, it's not a bad idea to zero in on a diet that works best for both. Video of the Day Gout is a type of painful…

Though not everyone with diabetes experiences the condition the same way, there are three main warning signs that everyone should look out for. Each begins with the letter "p" and the syllable "poly," making them easy to remember. Video of the…

If you've noticed twinges of pain behind your kneecap, you're not alone — it's a common complaint that affects people of all ages and activity levels. While there's no single reason for this discomfort, there are a few common injuries and conditions…

If you're experiencing pain above your breast, reasonably near your heart, it's important not to jump to conclusions. While it's possible the discomfort could be serious or even life-threatening, there's also a long list of other, less worrisome…

Love the soothing feeling of a long soak in a warm bathtub? If you have diabetes, you can enjoy its relaxing benefits, but there are a few precautions you should take to stay safe. Diabetes can cause nerve damage over time, resulting in the loss of…

Chemotherapy, which works by killing bad-acting cancer cells, can be effective for treating many cancer types. But because chemo can also damage healthy cells in the process, it can cause side effects, including stomach trouble and mouth sores.…

Paired with diet and lifestyle changes, medication can help lower dangerously high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, known as the bad type. One popular medication, called pravastatin, can be an effective option, but there are…

If you've just been told you have high levels of bad cholesterol, there's a good chance the news came with the suggestion to eat fewer fatty animal foods, especially meat. It's a tough sell for meat lovers, but fear not — cutting back on meat doesn't…

If you notice blood in your toilet bowl or on your toilet paper after a bowel movement, you're likely to be concerned. There are many reasons your stool could contain blood, and while most causes are fairly innocuous, blood can sometimes indicate a…

You've just been to the doctor, where, after the familiar Velcro rip of the pressure cuff leaving your bicep, you heard the words you'd been hoping to avoid: "Your systolic blood pressure is high." If this sounds familiar, you're far from alone.…