Could Too Much 'Good' HDL Cholesterol Be Bad for You?

HDL has long had a reputation of protecting against heart disease, but new research suggests that very high levels may greatly raise the odds of a heart attack or even death.

Trouble viewing this email? View as a Webpage Tuesday, September 04, 2018 Cholesterol Management Article Could Too Much 'Good' HDL Cholesterol Be Bad for You? HDL has long had a reputation of protecting against heart disease, but new research suggests that very high levels may greatly raise the odds of a heart attack or even death. Quiz Is Cholesterol Hurting Your Sex Life? Do thin people and athletes always have low cholesterol? We have these answers and more. Slideshow Foods That Are Surprisingly Bad for Cholesterol Certain types of coffee and foods labeled "low cholesterol" can raise your LDL ("bad") cholesterol. See what other eats may not be as healthy as you think. Article More Evidence Links Stress to Heart Trouble Mental stress -- like depression and anxiety -- may significantly boost your chance of having a stroke (for women) or a heart attack (for men), a recent study says. Article How Healthy Is Coconut Oil, Really? It's more than 80% saturated fat, which is associated with higher cholesterol levels. But should you stop using it? Slideshow Surprising Causes of Chest Pain It doesn't always point to a heart attack. See how to help tell the difference between something fleeting and something that may require a doctor's help right away. From the WebMD Network • How to Lower Your Cholesterol • Warning Signs of a Stroke Editor's Picks • High-Fiber Foods That Help Lower Cholesterol • Why High Cholesterol Is So Dangerous Slideshow The Right Way to Take Blood Thinners These popular drugs can help prevent heart attacks and strokes, but they can pose their own risks. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT   WebMD.com   |  Mobile Apps   |   Newsletters   You are receiving this message because you registered with WebMD as rssproject471@gmail.com. If you did not register for WebMD please contact our Customer Care Team WebMD Privacy Policy   |  Unsubscribe     © 2018 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved. WebMD Office of Privacy | 1201 Peachtree Street, NE | Atlanta, GA 30361

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