In a new trial, all it took to lower people's cholesterol to healthy levels was a cup of chickpeas per day.

"Chocolate doesn't increase cholesterol levels, but it doesn't decrease cholesterol levels either," she clarified.

Scientists at The University of Texas at Arlington have identified a new enzyme that can help control cholesterol levels in the body.

High cholesterol is caused by a number of things, including an unhealthy lifestyle. Many develop high cholesterol from eating too much fatty food or a lack of exercise. Smoking, drinking and being ...