Soy Can Be Good For The Heart

April 30th, 2010 | Cardio and Blood |

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death in this country. There are many factors that contribute to this alarming statistic.

A major risk factor is high total cholesterol, specifically elevated LDL-cholesterol and low HDL-cholesterol. The LDL-cholesterol called the “bad cholesterol” is responsible for the plaque formation and subsequent hardening of the coronary arteries. Conversely, the HDL-cholesterol referred to as the “good cholesterol” is responsible for clearing the fatty debris in the arteries.
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Aspirin Against Heart Attack

December 21st, 2009 | Cardio and Blood |

Everyone has heard the old adage ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away.’ Eating apples is one component in a combination of good nutrition, exercise and exceptional genes. If an apple a day is not the total answer, there is documentation stating that an “aspirin a day” will help prevent heart attacks.
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