To Lower Triglycerides
Triglycerides linked to heart disease risk
October 03, 2008
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February 3: Wear a Pedometer
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How to Lower Cholesterol: Don't Forget the Basics
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Triglycerides: Why you can pinch more than an inch
By Dr. Kang , Health ExpertTriglycerides are the most common form of fat found in our bodies. The word triglyceride... Read more »
What Does a High HDL Mean for Me?
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Triglycerides: Why They Matter and How to Lower Them
By Lisa Nelson, RD, LN , Health Expert...heart disease risk increases. What you can do to lower triglycerides? 1. Limit simple... Read more »
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Tips for a Heart Healthy Low Cholesterol Diet
Reducing your cholesterol can be a huge step in decreasing your risks of health complications like heart disease.General TipsSaturated fats should be avoided or reduced, and trans fats should be cut... Read more »Heart Healthy Diet: soy, fish oil, low-carb and low-fat diets
SoyA rigorous review found that soy protein and isoflavone supplements do not help lower cholesterol or heart disease risk. However, soy foods are healthy choices, and the American Heart... Read more »Diabetes Diet: Heart-Healthy Diets
Heart-Healthy DietsAlthough there are many major dietary approaches for protecting health, experts generally agree on the following recommendations for heart protection:Choose fiber-rich food (whole... Read more »Cholesterol Treatment and Drugs
...bile-acid resin or niacin should be considered.Fibrates or niacin are beneficial for people who need to lower triglycerides and increase HDL.Considerations for Children and Adolescents. Children... Read more »Peripheral Artery Disease and Intermittent Claudication: Reducing Heart Risk Factors
Reducing Heart RisksIf a patient cannot control heart risk factors with lifestyle measures, treatment may be needed.Drug Treatment for Unhealthy Cholesterol and Lipid LevelsAggressive control of... Read more »Images
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