All Blog Posts Tagged 'disease' (33)

Life without cow and pig

It has been a little over a year not eating red meat or pork. My entire life, I grew up on eating and loving to eat these meat products. Some of my favorite foods included Italian combos, steak drizzled with gorgonzola and rueben sandwiches. Anytime I ate red meat, I always felt tired and as if some brick was just sitting in my stomach. Red meat never settled well for me. After conducting some research on how industrial cows were treated, and the impact of raising and then eating it has on the e… Continue

Added by Sharon Porter on November 18, 2009 at 11:45am — 4 Comments

Whole Grains - Have you changed your habits?

Whole grain sales have increased 17% in the last year according to the Packaged Facts market research firm. Diets rich in whole grains are linked to numerous benefits, such as decreased heart disease risk, improved digestive health, and reduction in cancer. Retail sales hit $5 billion in 2008 and anticipated to reach $6 billion by 2013. Fortunately, this appears to be a new trend that is not a short term “fad”! Great sources of whole grains include: 100% whole wheat bread Whole wheat pasta Wh… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on October 6, 2009 at 11:00am — 2 Comments

How does high cholesterol lead to heart disease?

Here's a question I was recently asked: How does high cholesterol affect your cardiovascular system? Let me see if I can explain and keep the process easy to understand! First the endothelium (thin inner lining of your blood vessels) becomes damaged and inflamed. This damage can be caused by a variety of factors, such as high blood pressure, high… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on September 15, 2009 at 6:00pm — No Comments

One Simple Strategy To Prevent And Overcome Cancer

Chances are You or someone you know has been affected by cancer or will be in their lifetime. Well, n… Continue

Added by TC on July 26, 2009 at 10:39am — No Comments

Barley Benefits – Increase Barley Intake to Promote Heart Health

Barley contains the same soluble fiber and beta-glucan as oats. Individuals who regularly consume barley have lower LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, and total cholesterol. A review of studies found the beta glucan in barley linked to decreased total cholesterol of 13 mg/dl, decreased LDL cholesterol of 10 mg/dl, and a reduced triglyceride level of 12 mg/dl. The review found no relationship… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on July 23, 2009 at 10:00am — No Comments

What Is So Great About SuperFoods & SuperGreens?

The top five reasons you should add Superfoods especially… Continue

Added by TC on July 13, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

GRAFT VERSUS LEUKEMIA EFFECT

Acute graft versus host disease is a condition in which the graft versus host reaction occurs in the first 3 months of the transplant procedure.Usually it appears in the first 2-4 weeks following transplant.Acute graft versus host disease is characterized by erythematous[reddish] maculopapular skin lesions...read more Continue

Added by HEALTH:THEGREATESTGIFTOFGOD on June 24, 2009 at 10:53am — No Comments

Do you eat too much red meat?

A study from the National Cancer Institute found individuals consuming the most red and processed meats at greater risk of death from cancer and heart disease versus those eating lower levels. The ten year study began in 1995 and evaluated the dietary intake of over 500,000 men and women between the ages of 50 and 71. The study divided types of meat into three categories – red meat, white meat, and processed meat. Red meat was defined as beef, pork, ham, bacon, hamburger, hot dogs, liver, pork… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on June 18, 2009 at 8:30am — 3 Comments

How to Use Flax to Decrease Heart Disease

Flaxseed is a great diet addition if you are looking to reduce your risk for heart disease. Flaxseed is a rich source of omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, and phytochemical lignans. Flax is an option for individuals that dislike fish, but want to boost their intake of omega 3 fatty acids which are known to decrease heart disease risk by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. Also, the fiber content makes meals “heavier” so you feel full longer,… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on June 11, 2009 at 9:00am — 1 Comment

Are you deficient of L-carnitine?

A few days ago, I shared a little information on the nutrient L-carnitine. I want to give you a few more details related to this nutrient. Let's review the function of L-carnitine. In order for the heart to pump blood it needs fuel. This fuel is produced in the mitochondria of your cells. The hearts preferred energy source is fatty acids. Coenzyme Q10 is needed for the production of ATP (fuel) within the mitochondria. L-carnitine is needed f… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on May 26, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

The latest

Well... I have been up to ... well.. nothing! I was training for an Ironman race up until mid- march when I realized my support system was eternally flawed...and there was nothing I could do about it. As a single parent of a very busy preschooler... support is/was essential. Thus I sent a withdrawal notice in for the race which will be in mid June. I hated to do it ... but... I'd rather have a DNS (did not start/show) classification than a DNF (Did not finish) on the record books. So.. I've been… Continue

Added by summergirl on May 23, 2009 at 3:41pm — No Comments

Do you need L-carnitine?

This is probably a supplement you’ve never heard of, but when supplemented along with coenzyme Q10 substantial benefits have been seen in individuals with heart disease. L-carnitine is a compound produced by the liver and kidneys from the biosynthesis of the amino acids lysine and methionine. To form L-carnitine you also need adequate levels of vitamin C, B6, niacin, and iron. Let me explain how L-carnitine works. The powerhouse of your cells is the mitochondria and produces the energy your he… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on May 21, 2009 at 9:30am — 1 Comment

Use Vitamin C to Protect Your Arteries

A new Norwegian study - Diet and Omega 3 Fatty Acid Intervention - found individuals who increased their intake of fruits and berries decreased carotid artery thickening (atherosclerosis - hardening of the arteries), which leads to increased risk of heart disease. The study followed over 560 men with an average age of 70 years-old for three years. Throughout the three years carotid artery thickness was measured and food intake was assessed via food-frequency questionnaires. Participants who inc… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on May 19, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

The Magic of Yerba Maté

By Veronica Peterson, Editor, Healthy & Green Living Walk anywhere in Argentina and you can’t help but notice stylish men and women toting, not Starbucks lattes or portable coffee mugs, but instead, fist-size gourds, piled high with loose tea, topped with hot water and served, filter… Continue

Added by Susana on May 18, 2009 at 9:39am — 7 Comments

Omega 6's - Good or Bad?

I and other experts so frequently discuss omega 3 fatty acids and the health benefits that you may think all other types of fat are “bad”. That’s not the case. There are many types of heart healthy fats, including omega 6 fatty acids. At least 5-10% of your daily calories should come from omega 6 fatty acids. Some sources of omega 6’s are safflower, sunflower, and soybean oils. Replacing unhealthy fats in your diet with heart healthy unsaturated fats (such as omega 6’s) can decreased coronary he… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on April 30, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

Do you need to eat fat to lose belly fat?

I enjoy the show The Biggest Loser. On one of the episodes this season they had an individual from Prevention magazine share some tips based on the "Flat Belly" diet. I was very excited because it sounded like a link had been found between the Mediterranean diet and reduced abdominal obesity. Hence, the reason for this article! The Mediterranean diet contains an increased level of monounsaturated fat compared to the typical American diet. Monounsaturated fat is a type of heart healthy unsaturat… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on March 20, 2009 at 3:36pm — No Comments

Decrease Heart Failure with Weight Loss and Activity

The Physician's Heart Study followed over 21,000 between the ages of 40 and 84 for over 20 years. They found a significant link between weight, activity, and heart failure I want to share with you. Both weight and physical activity were independently linked to risk of heart failure. Weight Having a high BMI increased heart failure risk in both active and sedentary men. For every additional 7 pounds on a man 5 foot 10 inches tall, risk for heart failure inc… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on March 19, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

How to Lower Cholesterol: Step 3

In the last post I gave you the first step towards lowering cholesterol. Here is the third. Remember, by implementing these basic steps, you're establishing a solid foundation that will support heart health and increase the effectiveness of medications and supplements.

Step 3: Lose weight and/or maintain a healthy weight.

Weight has a significant impact on your heart health and cholesterol levels. Weight loss alone may lower triglyceride… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on March 5, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

How to Lower Cholesterol: Step 2

In the last post I gave you the first step towards lowering cholesterol. Here is the second. Remember, by implementing these basic steps, you're establishing a solid foundation that will support heart health and increase the effectiveness of medications and supplements.

Step 2: Adopt a heart healthy lifestyle.
This means eating a diet that support heart health and including physical activity as part of your daily routine.

Here are so… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on March 3, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

How to Lower Cholesterol: Step 1

It's often easier to turn to supplements or medications to lower cholesterol. However, the effectiveness of these treatments will not be as great if you do not have a solid foundation in place that supports heart health. Over the next few posts I'll give you three basic steps you can implement now to promote lower cholesterol levels and reduce heart disease.

Step 1: Know and understand your cholesterol lab results.

A simple blood test wil… Continue

Added by Lisa Nelson on February 26, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

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