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 be made [...]
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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 that [...]
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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 blood pressure [...]
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. Also, [...]
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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 benefits, [...]
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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 [...]
Coriander (Coriandrum Sativum) is an ancient herb, that has been in cultivation and use for more than 3500 years now. It is a native of South West Asia and North Africa, but belongs to the carrot family.
All Parts of the plant, including roots, leaves, seeds and stem carry medicinal value. The healing property of coriander [...]
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According to a recent study, conducted in Britain regular intake of tomatoes, could significantly reduce heart diseases.
Scientists have advised that people with high cholesterol should begin taking tomatoes or drink tomato juice, to help reduce the risk of heart attacks.
Tomatoes have been considered a healthy food for quite sometime. According to the study conducted by [...]
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