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Lisa Nelson, RD, LN

Lisa Nelson, RD, LN

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Dietician
posted 10/27/2009, comment (1)

Are you eating enough fiber to lower cholesterol?

Eating a diet high in fiber supports a lower cholesterol/LDL cholesterol levels, blood sugar control, promotes digestive health, and has the potential to decrease risk of colorectal cancer (studies are showing mixed results so far).   For your heart health success, let's take a moment and evaluate the fiber content of your food... Read moreChevron
ladyisis
posted 01/03/2008, comments (0)

Cholesterol and Diet

I have been struggling with high cholesterol for a while now.  I am trying to find a diet that will teach me what to eat and lose weight at the same time.   I have added illnesses which is high blood pressure and thyroid disease.  I find it difficult to find a diet that will center also on acid reflux.  I am not a pill... Read moreChevron
karie
posted 12/08/2007, comments (2)

need a plan

Just had my physical for this year....not good. Last year cholesterol was at 216 A little high, but nothing like what I was told this year. Triglycerides at 586 cholesterol at 287 HDL at 42. Dr put me on Tricor 145mg. Unfortunatly I am over weight. 5'1 168lb (Belly fat, was skinny all my life. Untillmy late 30's.)Have family history and I... Read moreChevron
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This video animation shows how cholesterol behaves in the blood stream. Cholesterol is a soft, fat-like, waxy substance found in the bloodstream and in all your body's cells.

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