Commonly used vitamin could help produce 'good' cholesterol, UF researchers find - University of Florida

Commonly used vitamin could help produce 'good' cholesterol, UF researchers find University of Florida Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels can keep heart disease, heart attack and stroke away. And a commonly used vitamin could help by increasing production of “good” cholesterol in the body, researchers at the University of Florida College of ... and more »

Blood Levels of Trans Fats Are Declining in Americans - New York Times (blog)

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Blood Levels of Trans Fats Are Declining in Americans New York Times (blog) Levels of LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, fell almost 10 units on average, to 119.2 milligrams per deciliter of blood from 128.2 milligrams. Meanwhile, levels of HDL, or “good” cholesterol, rose to 55.8 milligrams from an average of 49.6 milligrams. Americans' Trans Fat Levels Dropped Over Last Decade: ReportHuffington Post US adults' trans fat levels dropFox News Americans' trans fat levels decline over past decadeUSA TODAY Washington Post -Food Safety News -Sacramento Bee all 88 news articles »

Foods to Keep Your Heart Healthy - AnnArbor.com

Foods to Keep Your Heart Healthy AnnArbor.com February is Heart Health month - a perfect time to take stock of what you're doing to keep your heart healthy. Are you eating foods that can keep your blood pressure and cholesterol levels in control? Below is just a sampling of foods to include in ... and more »

High Cholesterol Contributes to Heart Disease in a Silent Way - EmpowHer

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High Cholesterol Contributes to Heart Disease in a Silent Way EmpowHer By Dr. Daemon Jones Expert HERWriter February 7, 2012 - 7:20pm During this month of heart health awareness, I want to bring attention to some of the most common conditions that contribute to heart disease. Today I want to talk about cholesterol levels ... #WellnessWeds: During American Heart Month, Know Your Numbers — and How to ...A Healthier Michigan Heart Health for Valentine's DayEmporia Gazette Be good to your heart year-roundPoughkeepsie Journal BCM News -Washington Post -Physician's Weekly Blog (blog) all 20 news articles »

The 'fit but fat' debate: Weight loss should still be the goal, experts say - Chicago Tribune

The 'fit but fat' debate: Weight loss should still be the goal, experts say Chicago Tribune Yet, some overweight and obese individuals are diligent about eating a healthful diet and exercising, and have healthy cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure levels. This scenario raises an important question: Is it possible to be healthy, ... and more »