With so much hype about how "bad" LDL cholesterol is, you may have completely overlooked HDL cholesterol. However, HDL cholesterol plays a very important role in your heart health.
In fact, research suggests that a five-point reduction in HDL cholesterol levels, is linked to a 25% increase in heart disease risk.
So, how does HDL work in the body? Here are a few of the suggested benefits:
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First, some basic principles in cholesterol profiling. Cholesterol is made in the liver and in some other body cells. It is a waxy... Read more »
Reducing the saturated and trans fats from our diet can be a massive step towards decreasing our risk of developing heart disease. But, do... Read more »
In my last two posts (see: Reduce Triglycerides Naturally & Why Take Fish Oil if You Take a Statin Drug?), I discussed how, in my... Read more »
Are high levels of "good cholesterol" always good for you? A new study suggests perhaps not if you have diabetes. HDL (high-density... Read more »
Source: Breastcancer.org
Eating a wide range of foods that include a variety of nutrients is the easiest way to have a healthy diet. On this page, you'll learn why your body... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Healthy FoodsEvidence increasingly suggests that a varied diet, not individual food chemicals, is essential for basic health and a longer life. Such... Read more »
Replace saturated fats with monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats, and omega-3 fatty acids Firstly, limiting your intake of saturated and trans fats will have a beneficial effect on your HDL cholesterol. In particular, it is vitally...
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