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Metabolic Health

HDL's U-Shape: Why 'More Good Cholesterol' May Not Mean a Sharper Brain

A new analysis of more than 7,500 older adults suggests very high HDL — long sold as the 'good' cholesterol — may track with lower cognitive scores. Here's what tired parents need to know about their own labs (and their parents' labs).

Metabolic Health

Beyond HDL-C: The Lipid Profile Hiding Inside Metabolic Syndrome

A new systematic review argues the number on your cholesterol panel misses the molecular story — and a parallel mortality analysis suggests insulin resistance and kidney function deserve a seat at the table.