Health Tip: Dealing With Peripheral Artery Disease Nov 17, 2009
Stick to a healthy diet that's low in unhealthy fats and cholesterol. Quit smoking. (MEDLINEplus)
Mounting Evidence Of Fish Oil's Heart Health Benefits Aug 6, 2009
Ironically, the introduction of Western dietary practices into Asian and Native American cultures may be diluting the cardioprotective benefits enjoyed by these populations by both reducing the overall intake of fish oils, as well as overwhelming its benefits with other deleterious dietary practices, including high intakes of saturated and trans fats and cholesterol. Adapted from materials provided by , via , a service of AAAS. Email or share this story. (Science Daily)
Butter vs. Soft Margarine Which i... Jul 25, 2009
Fats and Cholesterol. Both butter and margarine contain saturated fat, the type of fat that has been shown to raise LDL cholesterol (or bad cholesterol) which in turn raises total cholesterol levels, and a diet high in saturated fat has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease. (Suite101.com)
MRMC releases healthy living cookbook Jun 1, 2009
There are a number of lifestyle choices that contribute to having a healthy heart, and having a nutritious diet low in fats and cholesterol is one of them, said Dr. Janice Vinson, a specialist in cardiology on the medical staff at MRMC who is quoted and pictured in the cookbook. Being heart healthy doesn t mean giving up taste. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Statins link to healthy prostate Apr 28, 2009
This is likely to be side effect of controlling blood fats and cholesterol, high levels of which are known to increase the risk of problems getting an erection. Researcher Dr Jennifer St Sauver said: "If you are taking a statin for a heart condition or to lower cholesterol, these studies suggest that statins could have other benefits. "However, it is very clear we need more information before men are advised to start taking statins for their urological health. (BBC News -- Health)
Omega-3 Fatty Acid Helps Heart,Memo... Apr 28, 2009
Omega-3 fatty acids reduce serum fats and cholesterol. Omega-3 fatty acids prevent heart attacks, stroke and sudden death. (Suite101.com)
Review Identifies Dietary Factors Associated With Heart Disease Risk Apr 19, 2009
27, 2002) High dietary intakes of total fat, saturated and trans fats and cholesterol have long been associated with such health risk factors as heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and several forms of cancer. (Oct. (Science Daily)
An egg a day is good for you, says British Nutrition Foundation Feb 11, 2009
If one exercises and doesn't partake in excessive consumption of other saturated fats and cholesterol, eating eggs (of all things) shouldn't be a problem. Never been a problem for me. (Times Online)
