How a Woman Can Protect Her Heart at Every Age
February 16th, 2010 — Heart Disease
Women of all ages should be taking steps to avoid heart disease. The obvious issues are eating healthy, exercising and reducing stress. However, there are steps you can take as you age that will help you to be heart healthy. Read more [...]
Cholesterol and Heart Disease
January 10th, 2010 — cholesterol, Heart Disease
Many of us know what cholesterol and heart disease are. What most of us don’t know is that there are arguments whether cholesterol is the main cause of heart disease. Some experts say that cholesterol is one of the main cause of heart disease while there are others who think otherwise. Read more [...]
Quick Guide To Understanding Your Cholesterol
January 3rd, 2010 — cholesterol
Cholesterol is a fatlike substance which is found in the tissue of humans and other animals. It plays important roles in cell membrane structure, certain hormones, and manufacturing vitamin D. Our livers procude all of the cholesterol that we need for these important functions. Excess cholesterol can contribute to antherosclerosis or clogging of the arteries. Read more [...]
Cholesterol Free Foods
December 31st, 2009 — cholesterol
Most people know the word “cholesterol”. Many of us know that it is a waxy substance among the fats found in the arteries. Cholesterol is crucial in the formation of cell membranes and other tissues. But if the cholesterol level is high, it might lead to a stroke. Read more [...]
Cholesterol High Foods
December 30th, 2009 — cholesterol, Healthy Food
Before you eat that delicious dish on your favorite restaurant, be sure to ask the server how it was prepared. How about eggs, cheese and bacon? Hmmm… they sure are good at breakfast. What about steaks, cakes ice cream? Better think twice before putting them in your mouth. One of life’s ironies is that the better it tastes the higher the chance it has high cholesterol content. Read more [...]
Healthy Heart – Cholesterol Management
December 27th, 2009 — cholesterol
Cholesterol management is deliberately intended to assist patients in managing their own cholesterol treatment plans. The first step in any cholesterol management program though is for the patient to understand his risk. Risk assessment will help one be able to adapt to the program more sincerely. Read more [...]
Healthy Heart – Lowering Cholesterol Through The Foods You Eat
December 4th, 2009 — cholesterol
If you have high cholesterol and you are thinking of lowering your cholesterol level, don’t worry because you can do it yourself and a lot of other people are also experiencing the same problem. This may be a tough job but it will be worth it in the end. There are several ways and steps to be healthy. If you want to be serious, you must closely follow each step. Read more [...]
Healthy Heart – Combatting Atherosclerosis With Good Nutrition
November 29th, 2009 — Arteriosclerotic, cholesterol, Heart Disease, high blood pressure
Atherosclerosis occurs when cholesterol, fat, and other substances in your blood build up in the walls of your arteries. The process can begin when you're a child, but it may not become a problem until you're in your 50s or 60s. As this muck gathers in your arteries, it forms plaque. Plaque can clog or completely block arteries, cutting off blood flow to your heart or brain. That's when you have a heart attack or stroke. Read more [...]
Healthy Heart – The Diet That Can Save Your Life
November 3rd, 2009 — Healthy Food, Heart Disease
The study find that you'll lower your risk of heart disease by up to 80 per cent simply by making smarter eating decisions - and actually sticking to
them.
Experts advise making these changes now, not wait till blood vessels show dangerous signs of hardening and blocking with cholesterol, then finding a cure with extreme diets. Read more [...]
Risk Factor Heart Disease – How Healthy is Your Heart?
November 2nd, 2009 — Arteriosclerotic, cholesterol, coronary heart disease, diabetes, Diet, exercise, Healthy Food, heart attack, Heart Disease, high blood pressure, Hypertension, obesity, Vitamin and Supplement
What you need to know now to protect yourself from heart attack and enjoy a longer, more fruitful life. Read more [...]
