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A recently published scientific paper shows that measuring cholesterol levels in the blood may not be an optimal tool to predict the risk of cardiovascular events (1). The study is especially important because our confidence in cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol (LDL-C) in particular, has been pretty consistent for a very long time. The paper, published by Marston … Read more
Is lowering LDL Cholesterol by diet helpful? A recent google search provided me with the following top results: 11 Foods that Lower Cholesterol – Harvard Health Publishing… How to Lower Cholesterol with Diet: MedlinePlus Top 5 lifestyle changes to improve your cholesterol – Mayo Clinic Cholesterol: Top foods to improve your numbers – Mayo Clinic … Read more
The death rate from coronary artery disease (CAD) has declined considerably over the last three decades. This is mainly due to better control of risk factors and advances in therapy. However, the prevalence of CAD remains high due to the aging of the population and better survival of those affected. The current epidemic of obesity … Read more
“Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it.” … Read more
Triglycerides are important organic compounds. Most of the fat we consume in our diet is triglyceride and so is most of the fat we store in our body. Fatty acids contained in triglycerides are an essential source of energy for human cells. Triglyceride concentration can be measured in blood and may provide valuable information about … Read more