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Omega-3’s in Fish and Your Health
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Although the link between seafood consumption and improved health has been known for decades, research sheds light on the many health benefits of the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish. Considered essential nutrients because the body does not make them, omega-3 fatty acids are fundamental molecules in the structure and activity […]
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More Evidence of Cocoa’s Health Benefits
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New research shows that a cup of specially formulated cocoa can help ward off the cardiovascular disease associated with diabetes. The new German study proves that the flavanols present in cocoa can actually help blood vessels to function better and might soon be considered part of a healthy diet for the prevention […]
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Keeping the "Heart" in Your Favorite Recipes
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With a few changes, you can keep the heart in family favorites and add the health.Here’s how:
Dairy Products Cook with lowfat, fat free, nonfat dry, or evaporated fat free milk. Bake or cook with 3 egg whites and 1 egg yolk, instead of 2 whole eggs.Or use 2 egg whites or 1/4 cup of egg […]
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Food for Thought: Cholesterol
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What is Cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a soft, fat-like, waxy substance found in the bloodstream and in all your body’s cells. It’s normal to have cholesterol. It’s an important part of a healthy body because it’s used for producing cell membranes and some hormones, and serves other needed bodily functions.
But too much cholesterol in the blood is […]
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Protect Your Heart: Make Wise Food Choices
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How can food choices help keep my heart and blood vessels healthy?
You can help protect your heart and blood vessels by• eating less of the foods that raise your blood cholesterol and your chances of heart disease• eating more of the foods that lower your cholesterol and your chances of heart disease
Choosing foods wisely can […]
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Healthy Habits for Life: Go Red Heart Check-Up
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Take the GoRed Heart Check Up. Every woman counts. Join 518,237 other women and take the Heart CheckUp. You’ll know your numbers and help the Heart Association reach theirs: 1,000,000.
Go Red Heart Check-Up
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Heart and Blood Pressure….Fruits & Vegetables
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WebMD Medical News, Charlotte Grayson MD
Here’s more good news about fruits and veggies. “Five a day” can lower your blood pressure, greatly reducing risk of heart disease. In a six-month study involving nearly 700 people, half were asked to eat five servings of fruits and vegetables every day; half served as controls and didn’t change […]
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Bloggers Please Post Red for Women’s Heart Health; February 1st 2008
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On National Wear Red Day Americans nationwide will wear red to show support for women’s heart disease awareness. The Heart Truth is: Heart Disease Doesn’t Care What You Wear— It’s the #1 Killer of Women, causing one in every 2.6 female deaths.
Join the national awareness movement by wearing and POSTING RED on your Blog February […]
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Eating The Blues Can Keep You Feeling Healthy and Young
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NCI Encourages Eating Blue and Purple Fruits and Vegetables.
Eat blue and purple fruits and vegetables, recommends the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Fruits such as blueberries and plums contain disease-fighting phytochemicals, including anthocyanins and phenolics. Phytochemicals, substances found only in plants, help your body fight disease and promote good health. Anthocyanins (pronounced an-tho-SIGH-uh-nins) and phenolics (pronounced […]
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Broccoli Sprouts May Protect Heart
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Compound in Broccoli Sprouts May Fight Heart Disease
By Jennifer Warner WebMD Medical News
A powerful antioxidant found in broccoli and broccoli sprouts may help protect the heart from high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
A new study shows the compound, called glucoraphanin, helped improve heart health, fight inflammation, and boost natural defense systems against oxidative […]
