We all know about the various health benefits of nuts. Here’s more to it that latest studies have confirmed. Lowers Cholesterol Scientists say that apart from just avoiding fatty foods, including nuts as part of your daily diet is essential for lowering cholesterol and remaining healthy in general. Latest research at the University of Toronto [...]
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Watermelon seeds, usually thrown unused, can be the best way to control high Blood Pressure, offering the potential to control several major ailments, according to new research. This latest research finding by AP Verma, former Head of Botany Department of AN College in Patna, has been further confirmed by the Indian Agriculture Research Institute, New [...]
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A natural supplement extracted from tomatoes can help protect against heart diseases and stroke, says a new study. The active ingredient in the tomato pill, lycopene, helps in blocking bad LDL cholesterol, which clog the arteries. Ateronon, made by a biotechnology spin-out company at Cambridge University, is being launched as a dietary supplement and will [...]
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Experts recommend daily dose of fish oil in any form, for regulating cholesterol levels in the body, as they contain high Omega-3 fatty acid content that helps in cholesterol regulation. The scientists at Columbia University Medical Center have proven this fact, yet again. The Director at Columbia Institute of Human Nutrition, Dr. Richard Deckelbaum, says [...]
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The humble red grape decreases blood pressure and cholesterol levels, thereby decreasing the associated risk of heart disease, reveal scientists at Madrid University. The antioxidants and fibre found in grape skin and seeds, would prove to be superfoods in fighting heart attacks. During the most recent discovery, dietary supplement was given to volunteers with high [...]
The Hibiscus (H. Sabdariffa), one of the most beautiful flowers in the world, is now being sought after by researchers, to help control blood pressure and lower cholesterol levels. A research term from the Chung Shan Medical University in Taiwan found that Hibiscus flowers can help in regulating blood pressure, and cholesterol, while increasing circulation. [...]
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There are plenty of scientific evidences that have confirmed that cholesterol-reducing medications such as statins help prevent coronary artery disease. Despite this fact, about 40 percent of patients who receive a prescription for statins usually take the drug for less than a year, due to various reasons such as adverse effects, poor understanding of statin [...]
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It is the general belief that nuts are high in calories and fat. Although this belief is quite true, what with, 15 cashews for instance, adding up to 180kcal!! Also, it is very difficult to resist the temptation of binging on these tasty snacks. But, if you can manage to eat limited portions of nuts [...]
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