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Sugar and Processed Foods Increase Heart Disease Risk

by Jodee

in Heart Diets

You can now add sugar to the list of ingredients that are bad for your heart. The results of a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association indicate that people who eat a diet high in sugar and processed foods have lower levels of “good” (HDL) cholesterol and higher levels of triglycerides. [...]

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Plant Sterols Work to Lower Cholesterol

by Jodee

in Diet Supplements, Heart Diets

If you are looking for ways to lower your cholesterol levels, a compound found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts can help. Plant sterols help to lower the level of cholesterol that is absorbed by the lower digestive tract from the food we eat. The recommended daily amount for plant sterol consumption is two grams per [...]

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