Normal Cholesterol Levels: Fasting vs. Nonfasting Results

Normal cholesterol ranges vary by age and gender. Understand the differences between fasting and nonfasting tests and how to naturally raise good cholesterol.

What Causes Cholesterol Numbers to Spike Upward?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Matt Olberding

Cholesterol is a type of fat that's made by the body and is also contained in many foods. While cholesterol is a normal and necessary part of your body's daily function, too much cholesterol can build up in your arteries, increasing your risk of cardiovascular disease.