This summer the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) issued new guidelines for cholesterol levels that call for a target LDL (the “bad cholesterol”) of 70 for those who are considered at very high risk of a heart attack. This level would be virtually impossible to reach without using Statin drugs, which the NCEP recommends as [...]
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The following was excerpted from the Create Vibrant Health E-mail Newsletter #4, written by James Jordan, J.D., C.N.C. He is a former attorney who now works as a certified nutritional consultant specializing in individualized nutrition and wellness programs to meet your health and wellness goals. We all make mistakes with our nutrition programs. The sign [...]
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If you have diabetes, you would do well to eat your walnuts, according to a study published in the December issue of Diabetes Care. The study found that adding walnuts to a low-fat diet improved cholesterol levels in those with type 2 diabetes. It appears that the polyunsaturated fats and the particular antioxidant found in [...]
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04/12/2007 – New research from the US suggests that naturally occurring honey may ease coughs and respiratory illnesses in children more effectively than over the counter medicines. While honey has been used for thousands of years to treat wounds and ailments, scientists have only recently begun to explain the precise effects of the natural sweetener’s [...]
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10 Tips for Sticking to Your Diet on the Road 1. Plan ahead by check dining options before-hand, on the road and at your destination. 2. Understand the menu – Watch out for high-fat warnings. Ask about sauces, toppings and methods of preparation. Always choose grilled. 3. Think outside the box – Many fast food [...]
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Fish oil supplements may be safer than eating fish, at least from the standpoint of toxic impurities, according to the results of a study published in the January issue of the Archives of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. “Fish oil supplements are more healthful than the consumption of fish high in organochlorines,” the authors write.” Fish [...]
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All of us want to get the most we can from our workouts. While figuring out how to do this can sometimes be tricky, there’s one variable that you can easily control that can make a great deal of difference to how efficient you are in the gym. It’s as simple as when you work [...]
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Raw milk with an added raw egg and a serving of fruit blended together has been atherapeutic shake for my clients that have helped with many health problems including: Menopausal symptoms, being underweight, hormonal imbalances, gastrointestinal problems, toxic nervous system, fatigue and much more. Nutritional benefits of fresh, whole, raw milk include: 1. Highest quality [...]
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