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How Good Cholesterol Turns Bad
February 21, 2012 — Researchers have found new evidence to explain how cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP) mediates the transfer of cholesterol from "good" high density lipoproteins (HDLs) to "bad" low density ... > full story -
Faulty Fat Sensor Implicated in Obesity and Liver Disease
February 19, 2012 — Defects in a protein that functions as a dietary fat sensor may be a cause of obesity and liver disease, according to a new study. The findings highlight a promising target for new drugs to treat ... > full story -
Molecular Mechanism Underlying Severe Anomalies of the Forebrain
February 14, 2012 — Researchers have identified a molecular mechanism underlying the most common malformation of the brain in humans. In holoprosencephaly, the forebrain is only incompletely formed. Here a binding site ... > full story -
Four Natural Extracts With Anti-Obesity Effects Tested on Rats
February 10, 2012 — Researchers have identified four plant extracts that might help in preventing and fighting obesity. The researchers identified the most effective plant extracts through in vitro assays; subsequently, ... > full story -
Heart Disease May Be a Risk Factor for Prostate Cancer
February 8, 2012 — In a large analysis of men participating in a prostate drug trial, researchers found a significant correlation between coronary artery disease and prostate cancer, suggesting the two conditions may ... > full story -
As Valentine's Day Approaches, Cardiologist Describes Broken Heart Syndrome
February 7, 2012 — People who have been unlucky in love are said to suffer from a "broken heart." A broken heart is an actual medical condition. Broken heart syndrome occurs during highly stressful or emotional times, ... > full story -
Low Levels of Lipid Antibodies Increase Complications Following Heart Attack
February 6, 2012 — Coronary patients with low levels of an immune system antibody called anti-PC, which neutralizes parts of the "bad" cholesterol, run a greater risk of suffering complications following an acute ... > full story -
Triglyceride Levels Predict Stroke Risk in Postmenopausal Women
February 2, 2012 — The traditional risk factors for stroke – such as high cholesterol – are not as accurate at predicting risk in postmenopausal women as previously thought. Instead, researchers say doctors ... > full story -
Overweight Mothers Who Smoke While Pregnant Can Damage Baby's Heart, Study Finds
January 30, 2012 — Mothers-to-be who are both overweight and smoke during their pregnancy risk damaging their baby's developing heart, according to new ... > full story -
Will You Have a Heart Attack or Stroke?
January 25, 2012 — Your risk of having a heart attack or stroke may be worse than you think. Currently, risk is assessed by projecting 10 years ahead. New research shows a young or middle-aged adult at low risk in the ... > full storyMore:
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