Information and opinions on Cholesterol from Allison Bush at CholesterolNetwork.com. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. (www.HealthCentral.com) is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167 http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167 http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/52782/holiday-pirlau Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:22:26 -0500 Allison Bush Spice up your holiday table with this delicious rice stew. It's low in fat and won't leave you feeling guilty - even if you're sneaking the left-overs for a late night snack. Enjoy and let us know how it turned out!   Ham and Pumpkin PirlauRecipe by: Frank Stitt, Highlands Bar & Grill, Birmingham, AL This recipe serves: 4 Preparation time : 10 minutesCooking time : 40 minutes Ingredients2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 cup... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/52782/holiday-pirlau http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/45716/halloween Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:40:00 -0400 Allison Bush If you're wondering what to do with leftover pumpkin after Halloween, or you would just like to make a seasonal treat, try our Super Moist (and healthy!) Pumpkin Bread - you won't be disappointed. Super Moist Pumpkin Bread This recipe serves: 8 Preparation time : 20 minutesCooking time : 45 minutes Ingredients1/2 stick unsalted butter1/2 cup sugar1 large egg1/2 cup canned pumpkin1/4 cup nonfat, plain yogurt1/4 cup honey1 teaspoon... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/45716/halloween http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/44888/honey-rosemary Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:40:13 -0400 Allison Bush This recipe is the most popular right now on our sister site, Foodfit.com. Made with fresh and simple ingredients, this fall comfort food can last you through the week.   Honey Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and DijonThis recipe serves: 4 Preparation time : 15 minutesCooking time : 1 hour Ingredients1 whole chicken, about 5 poundssalt to tastefreshly ground black pepper1 tablespoon Dijon mustard3 sprigs of fresh rosemary1/4 cup... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/44888/honey-rosemary http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/43986/recipe-braised Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:15:00 -0400 Allison Bush Nothing says "fall" more than a crisp yellow, red, or green apple. Make the most of this deliciously healthy fruit this fall by incorporating it into your snacks and meals. This recipe will surely have you cozying up to the dinner table time and again throughout the season.   Chicken Braised in Apple Cider   This recipe serves: 6 Preparation time : 30 minutesCooking time : 2 hours Ingredients 2 pounds boaneless, skinless... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/43986/recipe-braised http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/41967/recipe-chicken Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:18:00 -0400 Allison Bush Fall has arrived and so has cooler weather. One of my favorite parts of this change in season is the food (naturally!). Try this savory soup from our sister site, FoodFit.com, to warm you up on a chilly night. Smoked Chicken and Black Bean SoupThis recipe serves: 8 Preparation time : 20 minutesCooking time : 1 hour Ingredients2 cups dried black turtle beans, soaked1 strip bacon, diced1 cup diced onion1/2 cup diced celery1/2 cup diced... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/41967/recipe-chicken http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/41259/dinner-avocado Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:29:00 -0400 Allison Bush Not sure what to make for dinner? Try this heart-healthy meal tonight from our sister site, Foodfit.com. Be sure to let us know how it turned out!   Grilled Chicken with Tomato-Avocado Salsa This recipe serves: 4 Ingredients   For the salsa4 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped or 12 cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 small red onion, finely chopped1 jalapeño chili pepper, seeded and diced2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro1/4 cup fresh... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/41259/dinner-avocado http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/34635/heart-problems Mon, 21 Jul 2008 17:45:00 -0400 Allison Bush The ever-controversial cholesterol drug Vytorin apparently does not lower the risk of major heart valve problems, according to a report released Monday afternoon by its manufacturers, Schering-Plough Corp. and Merck & Co.   Vytorin is a prescription pill containing two cholesterol-lowering medications, Zetia (ezetimibe) plus Zocor (simvastatin).   "In a multi-county study of 1,873 patients, the drug was no better than placebo... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/34635/heart-problems http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/34572/conversation Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:24:00 -0400 Allison Bush I’m thrilled to share the good news -- today’s Washington Post ran a feature story about HealthCentral’s CholesterolNetwork.com and its sister sites’ unique approach to helping people with their health needs online. Called “Seeking a Cure, Patients Find a Dose of Conversation Online,” the story features interviews from our communities and expert patients!   Check out the story here.   This... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/34572/conversation http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/33322/kids-statins Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:58:00 -0400 Allison Bush Before you go carting your children off to the doctor for a full cholesterol work-up based on the latest guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics, take a look at Is it for real? Cholesterol screening in toddlers and statins from elementary school age? by Sandy Szwarc, BSN, RN, CCP from her blog Junkfood Science.   Have more questions? Ask here.   What should your child's cholesterol level be? Read Expert Lisa Nelson's... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/33322/kids-statins http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/29653/feature-home Mon, 02 Jun 2008 14:08:00 -0400 Allison Bush   We are excited to announce the launch of a new and improved My Home and Profile! Now you can stay updated with news, articles, the latest questions and answers, and SharePosts from our Experts and community members.   To see the changes, sign in or register right now!     Here’s a rundown of the features we’ve added:   Enhanced My Home area, including:   Your own personalized area at the... http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/c/41167/29653/feature-home