Heart Disease Guide: Clearing Arteries & Lowering Plaque

Heart disease is a leading killer that often involves plaque buildup and calcified arteries. Understanding how exercise and cholesterol-lowering foods can clear your arteries is key to long-term survival and health.

Normal Level of Cholesterol for Children

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Meenakshi Sagar

Cholesterol is a type of fat, or lipid, that naturally occurs in a child’s bloodstream and is produced primarily by the liver. Cholesterol levels in children can be influenced by a number of factors, including age, gender, ethnicity and a child's diet.