Oils from Seeds are Best for Lowering Cholesterol
Razi Berry There is “good” cholesterol, and there is “bad” cholesterol. Generally, what is referred to as “bad” cholesterol, and desired to be lowered is your LDL, or low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. And many people are attempting to lower their LDL, but this does not mean cutting out oil and fat from your diet completely, because […]
“Good Cholesterol” May Be “Bad” for These Women
Razi Berry A new study has suggested that high density lipoprotein (HDL), the “good cholesterol,” may not represent the same cardiovascular risk for post-menopausal women.1 The body needs cholesterol. All cellular membranes and hormones are made from this vital element. It is transported throughout the body by lipoproteins – this allows the hydrophobic cholesterol to […]
12 Natural Ways to Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease & More Accurate Tests to Predict Cardiovascular Risk than Total Cholesterol
Dr Jody Stanislaw, ND Although total cholesterol has long been used as a key predictor of cardiovascular risk, research has proven that it’s actually a very poor indicator. There is a hyper-focus today on lowering total cholesterol to reduce the risk of heart disease but by doing so, we can actually cause more harm than […]