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		<title>Acne, A Worldwide Skin Problem</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ ne breakouts are an inevitable experience for most teenagers and adults It's a universal enemy for many people, no matter what age you are, and ironically a result of growing from child to adult While it's not entirely avoidable, there are ways to reduce one's acne This widespread occurrence makes it very difficult to pinpoint the exact causes of acne, however, it is known to be a hormone related problem and is therefore more common in people with higher hormone levels The severity of acne can vary depending on the patient but left untreated it can leave nasty scars that will remain for a long period of time Many researchers and professionals worldwide have been studying and battling acne for years with no good results when it comes to a definite solution But what they contribute is great expertise, medications, tips on good hygiene, and emotional support that confirms that some acne is a normal part of life However, no matter what explanation we give to someone that is suffering from acne So consider some additional ways to limit the affect of acne in your life Primarily, take care of your body Think about your life habits like what type of food you eat, how much sleep you get, which kind of skin cleaning routine you have, etc Some factors like food are determinative in acne breakouts Consult your dermatologist or online guide for more tips but be aware that fruits and vegetables are great for more than just healthy bones and teeth - they also lead to healthy skin Also, watch your intake of sugar and manufactured products with heavy oil or fat You may also inform yourself about some products that claim to prevent or remove acne and see if any of them work for you If they don't have side effects, it may depend on your skin type the good results you obtain from them However, no matter what effect acne has on your outside appearance during your teen or adult life, only you can determine how you feel about your appearance and your looks So, do your best to prevent or reduce acne's affect on your physical appearance but don't forget to take care of your self esteem as well When choosing a skin care product, be careful about which moisturizers and cleaners you use on your skinTry to use a mild cleanser and apply it twice a day to the acne infected areas There are several specialist cleansers ideally suited to this task Once you clean your skin, moisturize with a natural product that triggers the skin healing natural process This way you will be also improving acne blemishes It's very important that you try to avoid squeezing and picking This can result in open sores that can easily become infected A bad diet is a proven factor to acne breakouts, so sticking to a well balanced diet will certainly help clear up or prevent acne Garlic and onions are an example of vegetables that help to improve skin tissueThey can be particularly helpful because these contain sulphur ]]></description>
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		<title>Fraud &#8211; Diet Fraud</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ In this article we're going to cover a little known type of fraud, though becoming more and more common and a bigger problem each year, this is diet fraud The fact is, a great number of people in the world and especially in the United States are overweight It is one of the largest growing health concerns in this country and getting worse every year Because of this problem, diet programs are everywhere Many of them like Weight Watchers have been around for a very long time and are reputable companies Unfortunately, there are a great number of diet plans out there that are flat out fraudulent in that they promote a weight loss program that doesn't work or is just plain dangerous So, how does one recognize these fraudulent diet programs? Unfortunately it is not easy to do Many of the criminals who commit this fraud do so in such a manner that their diet plan or meal looks legit Add to this the fact that they are preying on poor people who are at the end of their ropes when it comes to losing weight and it becomes very easy to get these people sucked into the fraudulent program Having said that, there are some things to look out for that may alert you to a possible fraud Many of the latest diet programs can be seen on infomercials on television One thing to watch out for is information that seems too good to be true, such as losing inches from your waistline in a matter of days Even if a program like this were to work, which is doubtful, it is dangerous to lose weight that quickly For a truly healthy diet and exercise routine you shouldn't lose more than a pound or two each week If a program says you will lose some crazy amount like 10 pounds in 10 days then most likely the program is either fraudulent or very dangerous Another thing to look out for when it comes to diet programs is the testimonials Take a look at the people on these commercials In most cases they are far from having need of a diet Many look like fashion models or paid actors and actresses Be wary of before and after photos as with today's technology it is very easy to doctor a photo Another thing to watch out for is any plan that says you can lose weight without any exercise or that you can lose weight by just putting on their special heat treated tummy trimmer or whatever nonsense they call it There is no way to lose weight in a healthy manner without proper diet and exercise Anyone who says differently is not to be trusted Mostly, use your common sense If you see a weight loss plan that looks too good to be true then most likely it is and all it is going to make you lose is the money that you spent on the plan itself Good common sense will pick out a diet scam with no trouble at all ]]></description>
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		<title>Who Gets Parkinson&#8217;s Disease?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Parkinson's Disease affects generally elder adults, among about 90% of the known cases are diagnosed in people over the age of 60 Within that population, there is a small amount of variance, with the danger increasing from age 60 through age 75, and then going down sharply Currently, Parkinson's Disease is known to affect about 3% of the population over the age of 65 With present statistics and the probable aging of the population, authorities think that that percentage will double in the next 40 years When those with mild symptoms of Parkinsons (symptoms of Parkinson's Disease that may be caused by other things, or could develop into Parkinson's Disease), those numbers increase dramatically 15% of those between the ages of 60 and 74 have been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease Between the ages of 75 and 84, that percentage rises to almost 30% However, when you look at it in terms of inception of symptoms, the picture changes Fewer than 10% of new cases of Parkinson's disease are diagnosed in younger adults - under age 40 The majority of new diagnoses of Parkinson's disease are made between the ages of 60 and 75 After age 85, the danger of developing Parkinson's Disease then seems to fall off dramatically What are the factors that effect diagnoses? Gender Men appear to be at greater risk of developing Parkinson's Disease than women Men have to deal with about double the risk of developing Parkinson's Disease as women in any age group Scientists think that estrogens may play a function in protecting the body from the chemical changes that occur in Parkinson's Disease This is further borne out by two facts - women who've had hysterectomies have a somewhat higher rate of Parkinson's Disease, and women who've had estrogen replacement therapy have a lower rate of Parkinson's Disease than other women their age Parkinson's Disease seems to growth more quickly in men than women according to one study, and another found a difference in the way that symptoms present Men are more prone to rigidity and tremor, and women more at danger from gait disturbance and shuffling Ethnicity Caucasians have a higher danger of developing Parkinson's Disease than either African Americans or Asian Americans People of European descent appear most prone to usual Parkinson's Disease, but some studies hint at that non-Caucasians may be more at risk for a particular type of non-typical Parkinsonis that causes a disturbance in judgment Heredity In a small percentage of cases, family history may play a part in the inception of Parkinson's Disease People who have parents or brothers and sisters who had young-onset Parkinson's Disease, in which symptoms develop before the age of 40, are more probable to develop Parkinson's Disease than others their age When Parkinson's Disease was diagnosed at older ages, family history looks like it's to play no part Cigarette Smokers Oddly, cigarette smokers appear to have a diminished incidence of Parkinson's Disease, which has led researchers to explore the probability that nicotine may give some protection from the fluctuations caused by Parkinson's Disease They are quick to point out that the other health problems associated with cigarette smoking are far too significant to think cigarette smoking as a way to avoid getting Parkinson's Disease Coffee Drinkers Caffeine also seems to have a protective result against Parkinson's Disease A study of Japanese-American men suggested that those who commonly drank coffee ran a lesser risk of developing Parkinson's Disease than other men their age The more coffee they consumed, the lower the risk ]]></description>
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		<title>A Solution For Keloid Removal</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Not frequently in an otherwise normal wound, the scar develops a tendency to excessive growth Sometimes, the entire scar is affected; at other times the condition is segmented This keloid tendency is unexplainable, unpredictable, and unavoidable in some individuals There are many ways on how to treat keloids Though, there are those who do not want to bear the problem anymore, they just decide on whether they want to have it removed This is because there are instances where keloids continue growing in spite of the fact that the wounds has already healed These processes may involve surgeries but it must be kept in mind that keloid removal is not entirely based on the removal process itself They should be accompanied by some skin care products that contain natural ingredients Today, there skin care products that contain only biological substances, they are responsible in stimulating the formation of collagen in our skin so the natural healing process is done in the affected area These kinds of products should be used after keloid removal treatment, this way it will help the skin rejuvenate, start anew and prevent the keloid from creating further damage or irritation on the person affected The Removal Process For people who have extreme cases of keloid formations, it is best to have it removed through surgery In this kind of procedure, the specialists use an electron beam radiation, which penetrates deep into the skin but not deep enough to reach the internal organs This, in turn, will be able to get rid of keloids that tend to obstruct the normal growth of the wounds or skin It is recommended to visit a qualified dermatologist, who specializes in cosmetic surgery, so as to ensure quality of operative measures This is because, keloids may get worsen if the process is not done properly Moreover, these professionals have the skills and know the tricks to minimize, if not completely remove scars or keloids A cosmetic surgeon will often use a row of dissolvable stitches below the surface of the skin and an additional layer of top stitches The top layer comes out in just a few days, after the skin edges adhere, and the underlying stitches keep the wound closed until it is completely healed After the procedure, it is important to maintain the rejuvenation of the skin through skin care products that have natural ingredients or biological substances This is because the keloids will have the tendency to go back if not properly managed well Natural products like the ones that contain elicina or Aloe Vera are much recommended Both are used extensively to help heal burns and reduce scarring They contain a number of active ingredients that are useful in wound healing, especially in case of Elicina It helps reduce inflammation, swelling, and itching, and it attracts and maintains moisture at the wound or burn site, which also promotes healing So, it is best to use natural ingredients so as to minimize further skin problems This is because skin care products that have natural ingredients are said to be effective and at the same time mild and friendlier to our skin ]]></description>
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		<title>Factors Necessary For Successful Conception</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Infertility causes and treatment can be quite complicated, due to the numerous factors that add up to the achievement of a successful pregnancy More than 10% of couples do not achieve this much needed pregnancy after 12 months of unprotected sex and trying really hard to conceive This, in most cases is because one or more of the factors necessary for conception is absent or malfunctioning The factors vital for conception include: - Adequate and viral sperm from the male partner - Appropriate frequency of sexual intercourse around the woman's ovulation time - Optimally free passageway for the eggs to travel down the fallopian tube, meet with sperm coming up the tube and then fertilization - Appropriate and timely transportation of the product of fertilization down to the uterus for implantation and development - Adequately free passageway for the sperm to get through the cervix into the uterus, so they can swim up into the fallopian tube to meet and fertilize the female egg - Healthy and sound uterine cavity with adequate uterine lining conducive to implantation and development of the pregnancy In evaluating infertility, therefore, or in assessing a couple's chances at conception, we can sub divide the factors vital for achieving conception as thus: * Male Factor (Sperm count and quality) * Ovarian factor (ovulation frequency and regularity) * Tubal factor (free and clear passage to egg and sperm) * Cervical factor (clear passage to sperm from the vagina) * Uterine factor (adequate space and tissue for the fertilized egg to implant and grow) Male Factor The male factor accounts for 40-50% of infertility problems Out of this amount only about 10-20% of men have no mature, motile sperm at all (azoospermia) The others only happen to have low counts or a fewer number of normal shaped, mature and motile sperm cells compared to other fertile men In normal conditions, an absolute sperm count of 16 million is perfect, while a count of less than 5 million almost always result in sterility Counts between 5 and 16 can in most cases be overcome with infertility treatments Ovarian Factor Women who do not produce eggs each month or those who only produce eggs every 2-3 months will have problems getting pregnant The most common causes of annovulation (menses without ovulation) or irregular menses are; Polycystic Ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a condition where follices mature, but the eggs are arrested and not released and Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, which is like a stress or medication induced lack of ovulation There are other medical conditions that can cause lack of ovulation, but these occur only in rare occasions Ovarian factor problems are usually treated with fertility pills (eg clomiphene citrate) or medications like gonadotropins Intercourse around Ovulation Time Women with a regular menstrual cycle can always predict their ovulation time Ovulation occurs midway between the onset of the last menses and the beginning of the next one Even for women with an irregular menstrual cycle, there are several ovulation predictions kits out there that can provide clues as to when your ovulation occurs Intercourse should be more frequent around this period, with a frequency of at least, every other day Therefore, for a 28 day cycle, ovulation will probably occur on day 14, days 11, 13, 15 and 17 should not be missed Tubal Factor The fallopian tubes also constitute a vital actor in conception The tubes must be free and clear to sweep up eggs that have been ovulated, free and no obstruction to the passage of egg and sperm Fertilization takes place in the tubes and it is also important that the tubes transport the product of fertilization to the uterine cavity on time for implantation and growth Pelvic surgery, past ruptured ovarian cyst, past pelvic infections and endometriosis are all conditions that can affect the ability of the tube to sweep up ovulated egg PID can also produce scarring inside the tube that prevents passageway for ovum Uterine Factor The uterus is the final home of the fertilized ovum and where implantation and growth to full term occurs Any condition that affects or alters the amount of space or shape of the surface area inside the uterus or disturbs the hormonal sequence that prepares the lining of the uterus for conception may impair fertility Conditions like fibroids, polyps, congenital anomalies of the uterus or past scarring due to surgery or infection will alter the shape and surface area of the endometrium and in turn fertility Also, malfunctioning of the corpus luteum may hormonally retard the lining of the uterus and its readiness for implantation Cervical Factor Under most conditions, the cervix does not constitute a factor in infertility, except when the cervical mucous glands have been destroyed during some procedures like Cervical Cryosurgery, conization LEEP etc The cervical mucous glands act as a storage for sperm cells, so they can 'shower' the uterus and the uterine tube with sperms in order not to miss ovulation The frequency of intercourse may need to be increased to achieve conception if these glands have been destroyed ]]></description>
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		<title>Eye Care Part I &#8211; Getting Your Exam</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Eye care It's so easy to take your eyes for granted until you start to have problems They may start innocently as simply a slight blurriness when reading or watching TV Maybe you can't quite make out the lettering on the screen all that well But it's not that bad The problem is, it gets worse and worse until there's a serious problem Problems with your eyes don't ever have to get to that point Regular eye exams every 2 years, which is what professionals recommend, can prevent a world of problems In this article we'll cover basic eye care procedures and treatments The start of any eye care begins with a simple vision test People have been poking fun at eye charts for many years but this simple test can help reveal some serious and not so serious problems When conducting an eye test, the optometrist will place an object over the patient's one eye while testing the vision of the other The patient will read the letters off the chart On each line of the chart the letters are a little smaller than on the line above The reason each eye is tested separately is because your eyes actually work independently of each other and one eye can be weaker than the other, especially if under the stress of much reading, or these days computer work Normal vision is considered 20-20 To have 20-20 vision a patient needs to be able to read so many lines down on the eye chart Depending on how far down a patient can actually read determines what their actual vision is A mild case of myopia (nearsightedness) would be a vision of maybe 20-40 A severe case would be a vision of maybe 20-200 In most states you must have at least 20-30 vision to be able to drive without glasses Anything above 20-30 and glasses would be required in order to drive a vehicle Once it is determined that the patient is nearsighted or possibly farsighted (where they can see things far away but not close up) then corrective lenses are prescribed The way these lenses are prescribed is not an exact science unfortunately The doctor will place various lenses over the patients eyes and ask the patient which looks better, this one or that one In many cases the difference between two lenses is so small that the patient can't really tell For the most part though this method works well enough After the prescription is determined the glasses themselves are made Depending on where the actual eye exam takes place determines when the glasses can be completed and how long it will take until the patient receives them If the exam takes place in a doctor's office with no facilities for making glasses nearby then the patient has to take the prescription to a place of his choice This alone can take a day or so depending on whether or not the patient knows of any places off hand If ,however, the exam takes place in a combined eye exam and glasses making establishment then the patient can literally walk a few feet to get the prescription filled and in most cases can get the glasses made that same day ]]></description>
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		<title>Eye Care Is More Than A Visit To The Doctor</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Proper eye care is just as important as taking care of the rest of your body Eye care is more than visiting the eye doctor for regular examinations Rather, good eye care involves caring for the entire body and staying away from bad habits that may actually have an affect on the eyes Let's take a look at what's involved in good eye care Diseases of the eye are more common that you would think Further, as people age they become more susceptible to eye diseases That's why regular examinations by the eye doctor are so critical to the idea of good eye care An eye doctor can run special tests to see if there is any indication or the appearance of eye diseases and disorders Diseases and disorders include, but are in no way limited to cataracts, conjunctivitis, diabetic retinopathy, dry eyes, glaucoma, orbital tumors, and blindness, congenital diseases of the eye and more Yet, it is also important that a person takes care of their body and remains as healthy as possible Why? Well, beyond the benefits one derives from being healthy some health conditions actually affect the eyes For instance, vitamin deficiencies can affect the sight A lack of vitamin A can even cause night blindness In fact, it is a known fact that well over ninety percent of all cases pertaining to the onset of blindness can be attributed to other diseases Diabetes is another disease that plays a significant role in the occurrence of blindness Therefore, it becomes increasingly important for people to maintain their overall health in the best way possible and to manage existing conditions if at all feasible Bad habits are something that should also be avoided if one wants to properly care for one's eyes and maintain good eye health Smoking can cause significant damage to the eye and can eventually result in blindness For instance, smoking can be the cause of what is referred to as Macular degeneration which creates a blind spot in the eye or eyes Other problems that occur with the eyes are caused by accidental injury Say for example, you are working in a garage welding and item and you don't wear goggles during the process Suddenly you find that a spark flies up and burns your eye Or, if you are working with hazardous chemicals and chemicals get in your eyes - had you been wearing goggles you may have been able to avoid injury altogether Thus, safety and safety practices are imperative to maintaining good eye health As you can see, taking care of your eyes involves more than a yearly visit to the eye doctor Instead, you need to take care of your overall health, you need to avoid bad habits and you need to practice safety measures to ensure good eye health In the end, you will be rewarded with the continued gift of sight, well into your golden years ]]></description>
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		<title>Eucalyptus Pure Essential Oils</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 21:28:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Eucalyptus pure essential oil is obtained from the leaves and branches of the eucalyptus tree, also known as Eucalyptus Globulus This tree originated in Australia, where the aborigines likely discovered its medicinal properties and started experimenting with the oil The oil is extracted through steam distillation, which used about 110 pounds of Eucalyptus tree to make 2 pounds of oil Therapeutic Effect of Eucalyptus Essential Oil The main ingredient in eucalyptus essential oil is eucalyptol This main ingredient, eucalyptol, has very strong germicidal and disinfectant properties On a psychological level, it helps to relieve exhaustion and mental sluggishness There are certain conditions, which it is said eucalyptus oil can be of a great benefit The following are a few of the conditions It is known to suppress coughs You can make a chest compress with eucalyptus and massage into the chest This will help to loosen up the congestion I personally know of a gentleman who has a congestive cough, meaning it is always there and he has not been able to get rid of it He bought some eucalyptus oil, and started diffusing it in the air using his potpourri pot It only took a few days, and his cough was gone He has also noticed, when he does not use the oil, the cough returns You can also purify a sickroom This is an excellent way of disinfecting a room where someone is, or has been sick Just diffuse some oil into the air, and the germicidal properties will kill the germs in the air, giving you a clean room with clean air Excellent for the wintertime, when it is more difficult to air out the house It may help with just your well-being Just apply some eucalyptus oil to your pulse or pressure points and massage There are only certain essential oils, which can be placed directly on the skin Eucalyptus oil is one of them It has also been known to help with infections Just apply some eucalyptus oil to the bandage, or gauze, and wrap the wound with it Once again, the main ingredient, eucalyptol, has very strong germicidal and disinfectant properties Last, but not least, it has been used to get rid of dandruff Simply mix 10 drops of eucalyptus oil with your shampoo As a side note, you should also use an all-natural shampoo This will also help with the dandruff When looking for eucalyptus oil, ensure you buy from a reputable company You should absolutely ensure the oils you are buying or using are "pure essential oils" This means the oil has been extracted in the safest and most efficient means, without affecting the therapeutic properties of the oil itself You should try to buy organic as well Although, this can be misleading, as most of the oils are organic, since they are found in the wild It also means the oil is 100% oil, and nothing has been added to the oil Just remember, only buy pure essential oils, and you can enjoy many of the benefits listed above ]]></description>
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		<title>Milk Allergies In Children</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ If you think you are doing yourself and your infant a favor by feeding them formula, think again! Medical experts are starting to come out and speak out against dairy for infants Babies need mother's milk not cow's milk! After all, you are raising a baby, not a calf The following excerpts support the truth that cow's milk is unfit for human consumption In the Townsend Medical Letter dated May 1995, Julie Klotter, MD writes: "In reality, cow's milk, especially processed cow's milk, has been linked to a variety of health problems, including: mucous production, hemoglobin loss, childhood diabetes, heart disease, atherosclerosis, arthritis, kidney stones, mood swings, depression, irritability, ALLERGIES" And Nathaniel Mead, MD wrote in Natural Health in July 1994: "At least 50% of all children in the United States are allergic to cow's milk, many undiagnosed Dairy products are the leading cause of food allergy, often revealed by diarrhea, constipation, and fatigue Many cases of asthma and sinus infections are reported to be relieved and even eliminated by cutting out dairy" In August 1994 in the report, "A Prospective Study of Humoral Immune Response to Cow Milk Antigens in the First Year of Life" in Pediatric-Allergy-Immunology, the following statement is written: "Formula-fed babies, at the age of three months, were secreting low levels of serum antibodies to bovine proteins contained in their formula" In the same periodical in the same month, the article titled "Epidemiological and Immunological Aspects of Cow's Milk Protein ALLERGY and Intolerance in Infancy" states: "Most formula fed infants developed symptoms of ALLERGIC rejection to cow milk proteins before one month of age About 50-70% experienced rashes or other skin symptoms, 50-60 percent gastrointestinal symptoms, and 20-30 percent respiratory symptoms The recommended therapy is to avoid cow's milk" So, by eliminating dairy products in the diet of an infant can prevent many allergies for these children Dairy at a young age could be the trigger for allergies later in life Humans are not meant to digest cow's milk and these studies bear that out ]]></description>
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		<title>Cholestrol</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:42:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ cholestrol You may not know you have a high level of cholesterol in your blood The only way to be sure is to have a blood test What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is an important part of the oute lining (membrane) of cells in the body of animals Cholesterol is also found in the blood circulation of humans The cholesterol in a person's blood originates from two major sources; dietary intake and liver production Dietary cholesterol comes mainly from meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products Organ meats, such as liver, are especially high in cholesterol content, while foods of plant origin contain no cholesterol After a meal, cholesterol is absorbed by the intestines into the blood circulation and is then packaged inside a protein coat This cholesterol-protein coat complex is called a chylomicron High cholesterol is a leading risk factor for heart disease Excess cholesterol in the bloodstream can form plaque (a thick, hard deposit) on artery walls The cholesterol or plaque build-up causes arteries to become thicker, harder and less flexible, slowing down and sometimes blocking blood flow to the heart When blood flow is restricted, chest pain or angina can result When blood flow to the heart is severely impaired or stops completely, a heart attack can result Since no "normal" cholesterol levels have been established, doctors rely on "desirable cholesterol levels" in making treatment recommendations However, the "desirable" levels of total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol have been moving targets; they have been steadily declining over the years as more and more controlled trials have demonstrated that the risk of heart attacks and strokes can be reduced further with lower LDL cholesterol level Think of cholesterol as a "vital sign,"similar to blood pressure, and high cholesterol as a leading risk factor for heart disease What can you do about it? High fat intake contributes to excess body weight, since a gram of fat has about twice as many calories per gram as carbohydrates and proteins High cholesterol levels can be reduced through healthy eating, exercise and stop smoking Whether you are trying to lose weight, lower blood cholesterol levels or simply eat healthier, you'll want to limit total fat intake The antioxidants in grapefruit are likely responsible for the health benefits and the fresh fruit and juice are equally beneficial, They also noted that red grapefruit generally has higher levels of antioxidants than white varieties It may also be possible that red grapefruit has some unknown chemicals that help reduce triglycerides Eating fish may lower inflammation in the blood vessels Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce mortality from heart disease and it is also god for your Cholesterol BASEL, SWITZERLAND Hyperlipidemia, or excess levels of fats in the blood, is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease Many lipid-lowering agents exist for both primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease fish oil supplementation lowers blood levels of triglycerides by about 25-30%; Medications are prescribed when lifestyle changes cannot reduce the LDL cholesterol to desired levels The most effective and widely used medications to lower LDL cholesterol are called statins For older people on a fixed income, that extra four months on an expensive drug can be a big factor Get More cholestrol Tips http://wwwcholestrolbiz/ ]]></description>
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