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Dr. William Davis

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posted 11/10/2009, comments (0)

How does fish oil reduce triglycerides

Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil possess the unique ability to reduce triglycerides. There's no doubt that omega-3s do this quite effectively. After all, the FDA approved prescription fish oil, Lovaza®, to treat a condition called familial hypertriglyceridemia, a genetic condition in which very high triglyceride levels, typically 500... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/26/2009, comments (0)

Discussions about cholesterol, heart disease and diabetes

I am interested in sharing information with anyone who has advice or questions about heart disease issues or other related issues.

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posted 02/04/2009, comments (0)

What is LDL Apheresis?

In my last blog concerning the genetic disorder called familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), I mentioned an invasive treatment called LDL apheresis as a potential therapy when medications do not reach target goals. Apheresis is a procedure in which whole blood is withdrawn from a person, run through various filters to remove the desired... Read more Chevron

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posted 12/18/2008, comments (0)

Low-Fat Holiday Recipe: Ham and Pumpkin Pirlau

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: ... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/25/2008, comments (0)

Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup

With the Thankgiving Holiday merely two days away I'm sure you've done all your grocery shopping, gathered all your ingredients, and have your recipes ready to go. No? Maybe that's a bit ambitious. But, there's still no need to worry! Our partner site FoodFit.com has tons of healthy recipe ideas for your holiday table. So - in... Read more Chevron

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