Diet - protein; Complete protein; Incomplete protein
A diet high in meat can contribute to high cholesterol levels or other diseases such as gout. A high-protein diet may also put a strain on the kidneys.
What goes around, comes around. Or something like that. I've never been good with popular sayings. But trends in nutrition, especially... Read more »
In 1973, the late Dr. Robert Atkins published his first book entitled “Dr. Atkins’ Diet Revolution: the high calorie way to stay thin... Read more »
It's normal that your blood contains a certain level of triglycerides. But, if you eat too many calories, regardless of the source, your... Read more »
For the past 3 or 4 years, my internist has done a C-reactive protein test on me. My most recent high-sensitivity CRP was 3.1, which she... Read more »
I hope everyone had a pleasant Labor Day, and has had a wonderful summer. I'll be finishing the summer's blogs with some more good news... Read more »
Researchers have found that osteoarthritis (OA) patients with the highest levels of a protein known as vascular cell adhesion molecule 1 (VCAM-1) are... Read more »
German researchers have found that high levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) have been linked to problems with executive thinking skills, including... Read more »
Teenagers who are severely obese may benefit most from a high protein, low carbohydrate option. A 13-week study of severely obese teens found that... Read more »
Many Americans have higher-than-recommended levels of the blood fats called triglycerides, and most aren't making the lifestyle changes necessary to... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Triacylglycerol testNormal ValuesNormal: Less than 150 mg/dLBorderline High: 150 - 199 mg/dLHigh: 200 - 499 mg/dLVery High: 500 mg/dL or aboveWhat... Read more »