A schematic illustration of the role of DHHC5 and CRYBG1 in controlling lacteal function and intestinal lipid absorption by maintaining the lipid raft association of VEGFR2. The proper functioning of ...

Blood sugar and cholesterol are more connected than you think.

Scientists at UCLA described a previously unknown step in the complex process by which dietary cholesterol is processed in the intestines before being released into the bloodstream. The finding might ...

Lowering cholesterol doesn’t always start with a prescription—it often starts in your kitchen.

(Monday 14 October 2024, Vienna, Austria) Researchers have unveiled a novel approach to tackle obesity by targeting fat absorption in the small intestine. The cutting-edge nanoparticle system, ...

In a recent study published in Nutrients, scientists provide a detailed overview on age-related alterations in lipid metabolism and its association with age-related chronic diseases. Study: The Roles ...

They can go far towards improving your heart health.

Plant sterols, naturally occurring compounds in the cell membranes of plants, have garnered significant attention for their role in regulating cholesterol metabolism. Due to their structural ...

Much more than just a sunshine colour in your garden, dandelion is a potent healer, a source of comfort and a bridge between nature and wellbeing.

The 'clinically proven' Max Strength Plant Sterols from Boots come in packs of 60. Normally, the two-month tablet supply ...

A fecal fat test measures the amount of fat in a person’s stool. The test assesses the digestive function and absorption of fat in the gastrointestinal tract. Several medical conditions cause poor fat ...

There's no ideal time to take a vitamin D supplement for maximum absorption, but what you take it with can have an impact.