 Eat Right to Maintain Healthy Cholesterol
“When it comes to keeping your LDL and HDL cholesterol levels in proper balance, plant foods—such as oatmeal, beans, legumes, and fruits—are essential. These foods contain soluble fiber, which binds to cholesterol in the digestive tract and prevents its re-absorption into the blood stream. Eating more of them is one way to help you keep your cholesterol in the healthy range. Click here to read about other dietary changes that have similar benefits.
Look Great This Summer
It’s that time of year again—time to pull out those shorts and bathing suits. It’s also a time when many people turn their attention to losing weight. Unfortunately, I don’t have a magic bullet to help you drop those extra pounds. But I can tell you that proper diet and exercise, combined with hard work, can help you reach your goal. Click here for some of my favorite weight control tips.
For Better Circulation, Work Up a Sweat
If you struggle with your blood pressure, I encourage you to get out there and move! Exercise improves blood flow and encourages capillary beds to open, placing less resistance on arteries and arterioles. It also improves the elasticity and responsiveness of the arteries, important factors in blood pressure control. For specific exercise tips, as well as my latest nutritional advice on this topic, click here.
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