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Celebrating American Heart Month

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and every 25 seconds, an American will have a coronary event. In order to urge Americans to join the battle against cardiovascular diseases, including stroke, the U.S. Congress instituted February as American Heart Month in 1963. High cholesterol, high blood pressure,... Read more Chevron

posted 02/14/2011, comments (0)|

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Good Blood Test Results…But There’s a Catch!

As I had mentioned in my last entry a few days back, I went in for my latest blood cholesterol screening and saw my cardiologist earlier this week to go over the results. The results were really good all things considered. My total cholesterol came in at 189, with my HDL (the good twin) up a few points to 66 while my LDL (the evil twin)... Read more Chevron

posted 11/16/2010, comments (0)|

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Sometimes You Feel Like a Nut ....

Growing up as a kid in the 70's I vividly remember the TV commercial for Mounds candy bar which had that catchy little jingle "Sometimes you feel like a nut, and sometimes you don't." Remember, Mounds was the dark chocolate one with coconut which did not have the almonds. Because I have always been a big fan of nuts that is probably a big reason... Read more Chevron

posted 10/20/2010, comments (0)|

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Five Frequently Asked Cholesterol Questions

It's National Cholesterol Education Month, so let's cover some of the most frequently asked questions related to cholesterol. Question #1: What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a "waxy" type of fat produced naturally by your body. It serves many functions, such as nerve protection, tissue production, and the production of certain hormones.... Read more Chevron

posted 09/13/2010, comments (0)|

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Kick the Fatty Food Addiction

That milkshake, that wonderful cheeseburger, or that scrumptious slice of cheesecake - you know what I mean! It's that thing that has everything to do with comfort food. Many of us seek it out, especially during the fall and winter as daylight gets shorter and the days get colder. For me, it's always been french fries, chili, fish & chips, and... Read more Chevron

posted 09/02/2010, comments (0)|

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