Butter or margarine, which is the better choice for lowering cholesterol? Well, it seems that many people are buying into the theory that butter is better because it is natural, or a whole-type of food. That may not be the case though. Butter is 65% saturated fat with one tablespoon (and that is not a [...]

Cholesterol is naturally found in the body because our system makes it on its own. When we eat foods that are high in saturated fats, we create an over abundance of cholesterol which in turn can cause cardiovascular and heart disease. The older you get without balancing out the cholesterol you eat with the amounts [...]

Summer is such an exciting time for healthy food because produce becomes more affordable; therefore, summer is a great time to start including new and fresh foods in your diet. It’s also a time when many people renew their vows to exercise and get healthy, so combine some healthy fresh foods with exercise this summer [...]

Flax seeds, although currently being touted as a healthy HDL raising foodstuff, have actually been in use in tropical countries as part of their healthy diet for ages. You want to use whole Flax seeds and not Flax seed oil because it turns rancid very quickly, so this is why making a home-made mixture with [...]

DietMate is a nifty hand-held mini computer that will personalize a plan that not only helps you lose weight, but also shows you how to reduce cholesterol, control hypertension and high blood pressure. This handy gadget even makes the grocery list! LifeSign DietMate Handheld Weight, Cholesterol, and Hypertension Control Computer Product Overview Handheld computer guides [...]

Many people believe that the connection between cholesterol and heart disease begins with low-density lipoproteins (LDL). This is not all together true. You may have acceptable blood level lipids and still be at risk for heart disease. Here are a few other things to consider. High blood pressure: Causes major stress on the heart which [...]

You may be eating whole grains everyday in your low cholesterol diet, and some of you may not even know what a whole grain is. Whole grains should be the basis for a low cholesterol diet because they provide fiber, protein, minerals and many vitamins. You can use whole grains in soups, stews and casseroles. [...]

Planning meals around low cholesterol foods can be a challenge. The key is keeping the healthy low cholesterol foods in your cupboards and fridge. You can’t eat the wrong foods if you don’t keep them in your home, right? Taking small steps towards eating healthy and replacing bad foods with good healthy foods will have [...]