Jan. 29, 2025 — Older adults whose cholesterol changes over time may be more likely to develop dementia than people whose cholesterol is stable, regardless of the actual cholesterol level ...

Cholesterol is necessary for bodily functions but excess cholesterol levels can result in heart blockages. The food that we eat, especially at night, plays a major part in increasing our cholesterol ...

Light to moderate alcohol drinking can raise HDL, but heavy drinking can increase total cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides. This raises the chance of developing cardiovascular disease.