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Cholesterol Management
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Can a Drug That Helps Hearts Be Harmful to the Brain? 
 This February 2008 articles considers how "[c]ognitive side effects like memory loss and fuzzy thinking aren't listed on the patient information sheet for Lipitor, the popular cholesterol-lowering drug. But some doctors are voicing concerns that in a small portion of patients, statins like Lipitor may be helping hearts but hurting minds." From the Wall Street Journal. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB120277403869360595.html.html?mod=home_health_right Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs Last updated Nov 17, 2008 Children and Cholesterol
This fact sheet lists acceptable, borderline, and high cholesterol levels for children, and notes that "[c]ompelling evidence shows that the atherosclerotic process (buildup of fatty plaque in arteries) begins in childhood and progresses slowly into adulthood." Includes links to related documents about cholesterol drugs and children, dietary guidelines, and related topics. From the American Heart Association. http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=211 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health Last updated Jul 8, 2008 Cholesterol
An explanation of cholesterol including the various types of cholesterol (HDL, LDL, triglycerides) and information on cholesterol and diet, exercise, alcohol and drugs, risk factors, and much more. From the American Heart Association. http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=1516 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs & Medications by Type, The Human Body Last updated Apr 23, 2006 Cholesterol Center
Information about high blood cholesterol and health risks, and treatments and lifestyle choices to lower cholesterol. Features a discussion of medications (such as statins, fibrates, and niacin), maintaining a healthy weight, and exercising. Includes a video clip. From the Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/cholesterol/CL99999 Topics: Diseases & Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Nov 2, 2005 Do Cholesterol Drugs Do Any Good?
This January 2008 article discusses the use of statin drugs to reduce cholesterol and treat cardiovascular disease. The article concludes that "research suggests that, except among high-risk heart patients, the benefits of statins such as Lipitor are overstated." Also includes material about side effects from statins and false promises on Alzheimer's disease, and a podcast. From Business Week. http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/08_04/b4068052092994.htm Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Nov 17, 2008 MedlinePlus: Cholesterol
Collection of links to material about cholesterol, "a waxy, fat-like substance that occurs naturally in all parts of the body. ... High levels of cholesterol in the blood can increase your risk of heart disease." Topics include diagnosis, treatment (such as statins), prevention, screening, and clinical trials. Also includes material for children, teenagers, women, and seniors. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/cholesterol.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions Last updated Nov 17, 2008 The Nutrition Source: Fats and Cholesterol
This site addresses the relationship between fats and cholesterol and the effects of fats on health. Topics discussed include dietary fats and cancer, cholesterol and heart disease, fats and obesity, and more. Includes charts showing sources of each of the types of fats (such as saturated and trans fats) and percentage of specific types of fat in oils and other fats (such as margarine and butter). From the Harvard School of Public Health. http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/fats-and-cholesterol/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Nutrition & Food Safety Last updated Apr 29, 2008 Platillos Latinos ¡Sabrosos y Saludables!/Delicious Heart-Healthy Latino Recipes
"The recipes are family favorites of Latinos working on the Salud para su Corazón project." Each recipe in this publication (about two dozen) includes calorie, fat, cholesterol, sodium, calcium, and iron counts. Opens directly into a PDF document. In English and Spanish. From the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/other/sp_recip.pdf Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Nutrition & Food Safety, Recipes & Food Preparation, Recipes by Region, The Human Body Last updated Apr 28, 2004 |
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