Medically reviewed by Sohaib Imtiaz, MD Key Takeaways Foods that contribute to high cholesterol levels can be categorized into four primary groups: fried foods, fatty meats, full-fat dairy products, ...

A new study may offer welcome news to both cocoa and green tea drinkers: Compounds in high-flavanol cocoa as well as in green tea offer protection to the body after a person eats fatty foods when ...

New research has found that a flavanol-rich cocoa drink can protect the body's vasculature against stress even after eating high-fat food. New research has found that a flavanol-rich cocoa drink can ...

Your body needs fat for various functions, including creating energy, helping you absorb fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K), and more. However, eating too much saturated fat has been linked to a ...

Some foods and beverages that are generally considered healthy – or healthier – contain hidden added sugars and saturated fats that can add up, leading people to unknowingly consume more than the ...

Sarah Todd returned to reporting in January 2025 after being assignment editor at STAT since October 2022. You can reach Sarah on Signal at sarahlizchar.47. Christopher Gardner is exuberant in his ...

During stressful periods, it's common to instinctively reach for high-fat foods like fried chicken, potato chips, or ice cream. However, recent research reveals that consuming fatty foods might ...

Merve Ceylan is a dietitian and health writer with four years of experience writing for companies in the nutrition and health industry. Your body needs fat for various functions, including creating ...