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Monday, October, 26, 2009

Flax Oil And Cholesterol

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How to Use Flaxseed to Reduce Heart Disease

By Lisa Nelson Health Expert

Flaxseed is a great diet addition if you are looking to reduce your risk for heart disease.  Flaxseed is a rich source of omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, and phytochemical lignans. 

 

Flax is an option for individuals that dislike fish, but want to boost their intake of omega 3 fatty acids which are known to decrease heart disease risk by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure.  Also, the fiber content makes meals "heavier" so you feel full longer, decreasing your likelihood to overeat.  The f...

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Information on Keeping a Heart healthy Diet: unsaturated fats, low fat diets
...healthy levels of cholesterol and fatty molecules called lipids. You can achieve this by:Reducing overall cholesterol levels and low-density lipoproteins (LDL), which are harmful to the... Read more »
Diabetes Diet: Major Food Components in a healthy diabetic diet
...two types:Sucrose (table sugar). Sucrose has been associated with higher triglycerides and harmful cholesterol levels. A 2002 study suggested that a high level of sugar consumption may also reduce... Read more »
Vitamins: Dietary Health Benefits
...regardless of its effect on homocysteine.Niacin. Niacin (vitamin B3) is used for lowering unhealthy cholesterol levels. Although vitamin B3 is available over the counter, it can have significant... Read more »
Vitamins: Phytochemicals
...enterolactone, and equol. They act as antioxidants and tumor suppressors. These compounds may improve cholesterol, prevent bone loss, and suppress enzymes that stimulate certain cancers.... Read more »
Cholesterol Risk Factors
About half of all American adults have total cholesterol levels over 200 mg/dL. Over 25% have been told by doctors that they have unhealthy levels. Total cholesterol levels have been... Read more »

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