Over 85% of gallstones in the Western world are cholesterol stones. Our understanding of the pathophysiologic mechanisms leading to cholesterol gallstone formation has significantly improved ...

There are two types of gallstones including cholesterol stones which, Dr Kituku says, have more than 70 per cent cholesterol. The second type are pigmented stones, made up of bilirubin and blue salts.

Kidney stones are hard objects made from chemicals in your pee. They may be as tiny as a grain of salt or as big as a corn kernel. The stones can be brown or yellow, smooth or rough. They're a ...

Brits have been urged to eat more of four types of food to slash their cholesterol levels and lower their risk of potentially deadly medical emergencies. If you have high cholesterol it means you ...

You’ve probably heard of painful kidney stones. Find out where else “stones” can appear in your body, and how to tell. Sudden, intense pain is the hallmark of a kidney stone. See pictures of ...

Two pounds a week is a realistic target and by adding a few other calorie-burning habits, shedding a stone in six weeks ... which have cholesterol-lowering effects. Again they are relatively ...

High cholesterol increases your risk of cardiovascular conditions like heart disease and stroke. A diet low in saturated fats and high in soluble fiber can help manage your cholesterol levels.

There is a relationship between a person having high cholesterol levels and going on to develop dementia. People with high cholesterol levels also often have other health conditions like high blood ...

The Rolling Stones began calling themselves the "World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band" in the late Sixties. Few disputed the claim then, and few would dispute it now. The “bad boy” counterparts ...

Start by cooking the bulgur wheat in a pan of salted boiling water for about 10 minutes or until tender then drain very well in a sieve. Heat the oil in a medium frying pan over a low heat and ...

Meanwhile, half-fill a saucepan with water and bring to the boil. Add the bulgur and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until almost tender. Drizzle the roasted vegetables with the honey and sprinkle with ...