Diet and Nutrition for Triglyceride Level ManagementTriglycerides are a type of fat found in your blood. Your body uses them for energy. However, having high levels can be...reactionscomments
Triglycerides vs. Cholesterol: What’s the Difference?When you look at your blood test results, you will see many different numbers. Two important numbers are for triglycerides and cholesterol...reactionscomments
Share Your Experience: Managing High TriglyceridesHypertriglyceridemia is a condition caused by having too many triglycerides (fats) in your blood. It is diagnosed by a healthcare provider who...reactionscomments
Causes and Risk Factors of Severe Hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG)Many people know about cholesterol. However, another type of fat in your blood is also important. This fat is called a triglyceride...reactionscomments
Understanding Severe Hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG)Triglycerides are a type of fat found in your blood. Your body gets these fats from the foods you eat. Your body...reactionscomments
Eating for Heart and Soul HealthWhen I was first diagnosed with genetically high cholesterol (familial hypercholesterolemia, or FH for short), I wanted to do everything in my...reactionscomments
Having a Great Support SystemHaving a great support system is vital when you are diagnosed with a chronic condition like heart disease, especially when you have...reactionscomments
Cardiomyopathy in ChildrenCardiomyopathy is a group of disorders that affect the heart muscle. It can make the heart muscle become thicker or grow larger...reactionscomments
Blood Test Jitters? Try My Routine!Living with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) means regular blood tests are just a part of my life. If you have FH or another...reactions1comment
Patient Guide: Talking With Your Doctor About Statin IntoleranceIf you've been diagnosed with hyperlipidemia, or high cholesterol, you may have been prescribed a statin to lower your cholesterol. While statins...reactionscomments
You Shared, We Listened: Life With Statin IntoleranceStatins are a type of medicine used to treat high cholesterol and lower the risk of heart attack and stroke. While safe...reactionscomments
Navigating Genetic High Cholesterol Through Life’s Hard SeasonsLiving with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is like carrying an invisible weight. You can’t see it, but it’s always there, reminding you that...reactionscomments
Health Conditions Linked to Statin IntoleranceSome people with high cholesterol are prescribed statins to reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke. However, some people experience side...reactions2comments
Prioritizing Heart Health While TravelingLiving with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) hasn’t stopped me from exploring the world, but it has made me more intentional about how I...reactionscomments
Quitting Smoking: From the Heart, For the HeartThe American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout, which takes place on the third Thursday of November, is a day of raising awareness...reactions2comments
[Now Closed] It's Giveaway Time!The 2025 Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Here at CardiovascularDisease.net, we want to thank our wonderful community members...reactions7comments
Navigating the Holidays With Heart DiseaseThe holidays are a season to be with family, friends, and loved ones. It is a joyous season filled with fun and...reactions1comment
Navigating Familial Hypercholesterolemia During the Holiday SeasonThe holidays are such a fun and festive time — but, let’s be real, they’re also bittersweet when you’re dealing with a...reactionscomments
Share Your Experience: Health Tech and Wearable DevicesOne of the most celebrated things about wearable devices — such as the Fitbit or the Apple Watch — is how these...reactions6comments
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before My DiagnosisIn 2014, I was diagnosed with a form of heart disease called dilated cardiomyopathy. This is when the ventricles become enlarged and...reactions1comment
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