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Cholesterol and Sugar: Is Something Sweet Turning Your Cholesterol Sour?

June 20, 2018

We all know added sugar is bad for you, but what's the link between your cholesterol and sugar? Learn how to keep your cholesterol levels healthy. Read More

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition

Tagged with: cholesterol, Heart Health, nutrition, sugar

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Can You Lower Cholesterol Without Medication?

March 18, 2016

Borderline or high cholesterol can lead to heart disease but is treatable. Find out how you might be able to lower your cholesterol without medication. Read More

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: arteriosclerosis, cholesterol, hardening of arteries, HDL, heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol, LDL, stroke, Triglycerides

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Heart Condition Symptoms: Now What?

January 10, 2016

Learn about the symptoms of heart-related conditions, the different cardiac imaging tests, and how they are used for detecting potential heart problems. Read More

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: blood pressure, blood test, cholesterol, echocardiogram, EKG, electrocardiogram, heart, heart problem, heart symptoms, heart tests, holter monitor test, nuclear stress test, stress test

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Can Overeating Hurt Your Heart?

November 26, 2015

Find out how overeating can raise your risk for heart disease. Read More

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: cholesterol, heart disease, high blood pressure, metabolic syndrome

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Oils and Heart Health

October 30, 2015

Learn about oils and heart health, and how to make healthy choices in your diet. Some oils may be bad for the heart, but moderation is key. Read More

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: bad fats, cholesterol, good fats, heart disease, Heart Health, oils

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Cholesterol Basics: What You Need to Know

September 12, 2015

Cholesterol is a fatty, waxy substance found in body tissue. Learn about what cholesterol is and what you can do to stay in a healthy range. Read More

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Atherosclerosis, cholesterol, cholesterol treatment, hardening of arteries, heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol, stroke

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How Alcohol Affects Heart Health

August 3, 2015

What's the link between alcohol and heart health? Learn how alcohol affects your heart and disocver the benefits and risks associated with it. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: alcohol and heart health, beer, blood clots, cholesterol, red wine, wine

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Health Benefits of Eating Eggs

May 29, 2015

Eggs provide a variety of benefits, like promoting a healthy pregnancy and a healthy brain. Learn more about their nutritional value. View Infographic

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Nutrition

Tagged with: benefits of eggs, brain health, Breakfast and Brunch Recipes, cholesterol, eggs, eye health, healthy, healthy eating, healthy food choices, healthy pregnancy, infographic, nutrition, omega-3s, protein, weight loss

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Is Butter Healthy for You?

May 6, 2015

Believe it or not, recent research shows that butter contains vitamins and healthy fats that are encouraged in our diet. Find some alternatives as well. Read More

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Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: applesauce, butter, cholesterol, greek yogurt, healthy alternatives, high fat, nutrition, olive oil