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Lower Your Cholesterol Naturally
by Susan Patterson
If your cholesterol is extremely high and your doctor feels you are at risk, he may put you on statins, a prescription drug to lower your overall cholesterol. But most people only continue these drugs for a year due to high cost and/or adverse side effects. There are ways that your cholesterol can be lowered, and you don’t have to wait for a nudge from your doctor to do it. Learn a few simple ways to naturally lower your cholesterol here.
Stay Healthy by Eating Chocolate
by Susan Patterson
Who says you can’t have chocolate and stay healthy? Those who eat dark chocolate can lower their blood pressure and fight off heart disease. It fights free radicals, too. Unlike other types of chocolate, dark chocolate is packed full of antioxidants, the molecules that eliminate free radicals that lead to all types of diseases. It has eight times the amount of antioxidants than strawberries, making it a superfood for its disease fighting qualities. But hold the milk; studies show that milk interferes with the absorption of antioxidants.
The Truth About Trans Fats
by Susan Patterson
When losing weight it’s important to understand how to read a food label. Many of us believe that the fat in our diets is the enemy and we work hard to cut out as much of it as possible. But fat is not always the bad guy. There are different types of fats, and some even have health benefits. Fat is as essential to our bodies as other substances, and many vitamins cannot be absorbed without it. Knowing how to spot and correct the bad fats in our diet is important to weight loss success.
What’s the Difference Between Good and Bad Cholesterol?
by Susan Patterson
Cholesterol is a vital part of measuring your overall health. While seeking to avoid cholesterol altogether may be a good strategy for some, what some people don’t understand is that there is more than one type of cholesterol. Cholesterol is different than other substances because it can’t dissolve in the blood stream. It utilizes carriers, called lipoproteins, to transport it. When cholesterol is very high it can build up along the arterial walls, causing blockages. Some cholesterol is called good (or HDL), another type is called bad (or LDL), and then there are also triglycerides and Lp(a) cholesterol.
