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posted 07/09/2008, comments (4)

Triglycerides: Why They Matter and How to Lower Them

I've recently answered several questions related to triglycerides.  These questions range from "What are triglycerides?" to "My triglycerides are 400, do I need to worry?" on to "Help, my triglycerides are 1200, how do I fix this?"    So, I'm going to answer all these questions here for those of you who are wondering, but haven't... Read moreChevron
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posted 06/29/2008, comments (0)

Top 5 Omega-3 Sources to Lower Cholesterol

If you've been following along, you know from the article "Get a Grip on Fatty Acids" that the right ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 fatty acids promotes a lower cholesterol.    The goal is not to cut omega 6 fatty acids (such as corn oil, beef, and chicken) completely from the diet, but to achieve a ratio of 4:1 or 1:1 omega 6 to omega... Read moreChevron
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posted 06/18/2008, comment (1)

Trans Fats and Your Heart: What You Need to Know

We have all seen information in the newspapers that suggests that we should avoid trans fatty acids, but why? What does this mean? My thanks to Dr. D. Mozafferian for an explanation that permits me to understand the importance of this problem and explain it here. Partial hydrogenation (another name for trans fat) is a production method to make... Read moreChevron
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posted 05/31/2008, comments (3)

Get a Grip on Fatty Acids

Unless you have been living under a rock, you have probably heard the term fatty acids.  But, do you understand what they are and how the right ratio will improve your heart health?  I intend to clear up the confusion. Types of Fatty Acids There are numerous types of fatty acids. I am focusing on omega 3 and omega... Read moreChevron
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posted 05/20/2008, comment (1)

Garlic: Is it Good for Cholesterol?

As with any comprehensive treatment program to treat bad cholesterol, modifying what you eat remains one of the cornerstones.  Several herbs have been thought to improve cholesterol levels, and more specifically, the makers of several herbal supplements have claimed benefit with their product. Garlic is one of the most commonly... Read moreChevron
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