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Brunch, With a Side of Cholesterol
Cholesterol is created by our bodies, so it's one thing we can do without when it comes to our diet. Animal products are the culprit here, and many weekend dishes are made with them. So take this quiz to see what you know about cholesterol.
Are You Eating Too Much Cholesterol?
I was vegan for a short time in college, and was shocked when I had my cholesterol tested and found it was high. I wasn't even eating cholesterol! The thing is, your liver makes cholesterol and it's actually essential for your body to function normally.
Do You Have High Cholesterol?
I was a vegan for a short time in my college days, and I remember getting a check-up that year and being surprised that my cholesterol test came back with high numbers. I told the doctor that I wasn't even eating any cholesterol, and she said unfortunately, you can inherit high cholesterol from your parents. With diet and exercise, I've definitely helped to get my numbers in check, but it's a constant battle since genetics aren't on my side.
Can Birth Control Pills Affect Your Cholesterol?
If you're like me, you don't give your cholesterol much thought. I always thought your cholesterol levels were based on whether or not you ate a lot of high-fat foods like cheese, meat, and ice cream, but you can also inherit high or low cholesterol from your parents. And I also just learned that taking birth control pills can affect your levels too.
You Asked: Is It Safe to Take Psyllium Husk Every Day?
Dear Fit,
I discovered psylium husk powder at the health food store a while back when I was having troubles with constipation. Mixing it into my juice every morning has certainly done the trick, but I wonder if my body is getting addicted to it or something. Is psyllium husk safe to use every day?
More or Less Cholesterol?
Since high cholesterol is linked to heart problems, it's so important for us to be conscious of how much is in the foods we eat. Last Spring I tested your cholesterol smarts and now here's another quiz to keep you on your toes.
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Eggs vs. Egg Beaters
Lately I've been hearing so many people talk about how they use Egg Beaters in place of eggs. Original Egg Beaters seem like a healthier alternative to eggs, because the label says it's made from real eggs and contains no cholesterol, but the truth is it only contains egg whites. That's where the protein comes from (6g per 1/4 cup serving).
5 Ways to Keep Cholesterol in Check
We all know that LDL cholesterol (the bad kind) is no good for us, and one of the leading risk factors for heart disease is high cholesterol levels in the blood. So use these five tips from the Cleveland Clinic on ways to help lower your cholesterol:
5 Ways to Raise Healthy Cholesterol
There’s been some evidence suggesting that increasing HDL (aka the good cholesterol) can reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke — even without changes in LDL (aka the bad cholesterol). Harvard Women’s Health Watch suggests these five things people can do to raise their HDL levels:
Cholesterol vs. Saturated Fat
When we talk about health and nutrition, the terms cholesterol and saturated fat are tossed about frequently. We should avoid large amounts of them, but I for one still get confused by the differences between the two. So I thought it might be a good time for a little review.
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