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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Triglycerides are a form of fat that is stored in the blood. Humans need to eat to keep all the cells in their bodies well nourished. The calories that aren’t used right away are converted to triglycerides. The triglycerides are used to provide energy in between meals. Someone who consumes more calories than they burn [...]
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Triglycerides are deposits of fat that are present in the body and they are linked to the amount of carbohydrates you are eating. When you consume carbohydrates (bread, pasta, cereals, fruits and vegetables) your body uses them to make glucose, which is food for your cells. They take what they need, and any excess glucose [...]
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If you want to lower your risk of developing heart disease, keeping your triglyceride levels down is important. When you have high triglyceride levels in your bloodstream, the risk of coronary blockage increases. Definition of Triglycerides The term “triglycerides” refers to fatty deposits that are stored in the body. When you eat carbohydrates, the body [...]
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