Cholesterol
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Experimental drug that mimics thryoid hormone safely lowers 'bad' cholesterol
ScienceDaily: Diet and Weight Loss News &bull Yesterday
In a report published in the Mar. 11, issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, Johns Hopkins and Swedish researchers say an experimental drug called eprotirome lowered cholesterol up to 32 percent in those already on statins, an effect equal to that expected from doubling the statin drug doses, without harmful side effects. The researchers caution that the results don't suggest that eprotirome… Full Story »
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Expert: Cholesterol Screening Should Begin at 20
MyDietExercise.com &bull Mar 9, 2010
A Texas cardiologist says that cholesterol screening should begin at age 20, since atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) can begin early in life. Dr. Anand Rohatgi, a cardiologist at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, says that… Full Story »
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President Obama Has High Cholesterol
MyDietExercise.com &bull Mar 9, 2010
President Barack Obama has been given a clean bill of health by his doctor, but he has also been told that he has high cholesterol and should quit smoking. White House physician Jeffrey Kuhlman says President Obama should be able… Full Story »
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What Fruits to Eat to Lose Weight? These Fruits Have Been Proven to Help Increase Weight Loss
EzineArticles &bull Mar 9, 2010
Fruits are considered a great food source to eat because of the health benefits they provide. Fruits have no cholesterol, high in fiber, and can lower the risk of cancer, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. However, fruits can… Full Story »
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Team Beachbody Coach Amy Weymouth
myshakeology.com via @AMWeymouth &bull Mar 8, 2010These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Total cholesterol was reduced on average by 30% and LDL cholesterol was reduced on average… Full Story »
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How Do I Plan A Healthy Diet?
www.livestrong.com via @keephealthydiet &bull Mar 6, 2010Planning a healthy diet doesn't have to be about deprivation. If your focus is on eating healthy rather than on dropping the pounds, you can decrease your risk for heart attack and stroke, increase your energy throughout the day and lose a few pounds without having to… Full Story »
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Fiber: Soluble vs. Insoluble
FitSugar &bull Feb 25, 2010Women should aim to get between 25 and 30 grams of fiber a day . It keeps your digestive system happy and also helps prevent breast cancer . If you have high cholesterol, getting your fill of fiber has also… Full Story »
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Healthy Diet Not Working for Weightloss?
oohja.com via @technoword &bull Feb 25, 2010Eating a healthy diet and not losing weight! Sure it's frustrating but are you willing to do what's necessary to start getting results? The no holds barred facts about why you're struggling with weightloss. Full Story »
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How to Pick Healthy Weight Loss Foods
www.ehow.com via @Wadester2u &bull Feb 25, 2010If you have joined the millions who are faithfully trying to lose weight and be healthier, then you are probably constantly looking for healthier weight loss foods. The list can be endless, but this will help you choose wisely, which… Full Story »
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Low-carb diet may increase bad cholesterol
www.smartbrief.com via @TheFreshPalate &bull Feb 25, 2010A study found people on a low-carbohydrate diet lost the same amount of weight as those on a high-carb diet but had increased levels of low-density lipoprotein. Those on the high-carb diet had lower LDL levels after six weeks. Full Story »
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South Beach Diet For Muscle Building
www.php-mysql-tutorial.com via @bodybuildingUK &bull Feb 25, 2010No users have been added to South Beach Diet For Muscle Building's friends list. Full Story »
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Living On A Fruit Diet
www.weightlossdietinformation.com via @lowoncalorie &bull Feb 25, 2010These days everyone seems to be looking for a healthy diet. Why? Because there is too much of stress in our lives as a result of which, lifestyles have changed and so have food habits. More and more people have… Full Story »
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Are Cashews Good For Your Health?
healthproductreview.org via @dentalhealthorg &bull Feb 25, 2010Justin: hi i am a 14 years old entering HS and i want to lose wieght, can this product work and not be harmful for 14... Full Story »
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Low-Carb Diet Could Raise Bad Cholesterol Levels
oohja.com via @LiveToBe100 &bull Feb 25, 2010Cutting down on carbs may help people lose weight, but it may not be so good for lowering cholesterol, new research shows Full Story »
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Heart Healthy Foods
Healthy Living &bull Feb 25, 2010
A glass of champagne contains plentiful polyphenols, which are naturally-occurring compounds in grapes that help to maintain healthy blood flow and blood pressure. Start your meal with a colorful salad. Brightly colored carrots, tomatoes and spinach get their hues from carotenoids, a group of antioxidant pigments that… Full Story »
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Why Belly Fat is Dangerous - Not Just Unsightly
EzineArticles &bull Feb 25, 2010
Being overweight can have a number of effects on the body, and not only can it make you feel sluggish and lethargic but it can also damage your self esteem, making you feel unattractive and unconfident about your looks. Obesity… Full Story »
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Atkins Diet redux – part 1
www.healthhabits.ca via @HealthHabits &bull Feb 24, 2010They knew that Atkins was low carb. They knew that Atkins got rid of body fat faster than any other diet. They knew that doctors hated it and that it would probably kill them by clogging their arteries with cholesterol. Full Story »
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Risks associated with low
www.examiner.com via @theuproar &bull Feb 24, 2010Get alerts when there is a new article from the Austin Extreme Fitness Examiner. Read Examiner.com's terms of use. Full Story »
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Diet Helps Older Adults Cut Cholesterol: Study
MyDietExercise.com &bull Feb 24, 2010
Older adults can cut their cholesterol levels by reducing their fat intake, researchers say, even if these adults are already taking statins to get their cholesterol under control. For the study, scientists looked at 10 years' worth of data on… Full Story »
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Statins May Help Prostate Cancer Patients
MyDietExercise.com &bull Feb 24, 2010
Duke University Medical Center scientists have found that cholesterol-lowering statins may slow the progression of prostate cancer by significantly reducing prostate tumor inflammation. This study may add to evidence found in previous research that suggests the widespread use of statins… Full Story »
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