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    posted 05/13/2009, comments (0)

    The Heart-Bone Health Connection

    Research over the past decade has uncovered a curious connection:   Women who have coronary heart disease have more osteoporosis (loss of mineral content of the bones).   Women who have osteoporosis are more likely to have coronary heart disease.   Why?   Surely, two body systems couldn't appear any farther apart. Why... Read moreChevron
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    Heart Disease - Tips to Reduce Stress Related Weight Gain

    I have some great tips for you to use to counteract and prevent stress related weight gain.   Awhile back I explained how chronic long term stress leads to the release of cortisol.  Cortisol is a hormone that breaks down muscle to provide the body with needed glucose for energy needs.  Cortisol also relocates fat cell deposits... Read moreChevron
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    posted 04/10/2009, comments (0)

    Exercise to Improve Your Cholesterol

    As you know exercise is a very important part of a healthy lifestyle. In fact, research indicates regular exercise can effectively lower cholesterol in conjunction with a healthy diet. So, why is exercise so beneficial in lowering cholesterol? Exercise can help you lose , or maintain weight. Being overweight tends to increase the amount... Read moreChevron
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    Heart Disease - Do you need to supplement L-Carnitine?

    This is probably a supplement you've never heard of, but when supplemented along with coenzyme Q10 substantial benefits have been seen in individuals with heart disease.   What is L-Carnitine?   L-carnitine is a compound produced by the liver and kidneys from the biosynthesis of the amino acids lysine and methionine.  To form... Read moreChevron
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    posted 04/08/2009, comment (1)

    Heart Health Booby Traps

    Well-intentioned health practices can inadvertently lead us down the path of booby - traps - unexpected pitfalls in health that impair health, rather than enhance it.   I encounter these health booby traps every day in my experiences with patients. Let me list some of the most common.   Reduce salt Public health messages urge us to... Read moreChevron
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