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3 simple steps can give you correct cholesterol levels. Cholesterol comes in different types–although all cholesterol is fat produced by your liver. It is necessary for life. When it gets out of balance you can suffer–life-threatening consequences.

Step 1) Know what your correct cholesterol levels should be and that there are different types of cholesterols — LDL & HDL

Start testing your cholesterol — if you have no risk factors–men at aged 40, for women–aged 50.

If you do have any risk factors, ask your doctor what your correct cholesterol levels should be and when you should start to have them tested. Testing you cholesterol will help you to understand the steps needed to maintain correct cholesterol levels.

Step 2) Understand the the difference between foods that have cholesterol — (like eggs, meat and milk products) and many times can be eaten with little or no increase in your cholesterol levels.

And foods that raise cholesterol — (like hydrogenated vegetable, Palm and Coconut oils). These types of fats are found in fast food & prepackaged snack foods. Know as saturated fats–they RAISE Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) Continue reading ‘The Best 3 Steps to Achieve Correct Cholesterol Level’ »

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Posted by Christopher Kuntz on April 25, 2010 at 9:00 am under Hypertension.
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One of the worst feelings in the world is that feeling you get when your stomach is fat and bloated. There are many possible causes and reasons for bloating. Discovering the root cause of this uncomfortable feeling will naturally lead you to the best bloating remedies for your particular situation.

Here are some of the common causes of bloating with 5 easy-to-follow bloating remedies:

1. Cut down on salt

One of the most common, but little known, causes of bloating is the overuse of salt. Salt retains water and this water weight is why people feel so full and overstuffed. The best bloating remedy for this particular cause is simply to cut excessive salt out of the diet. Those who cannot give up the salt can always switch to pure sea salt that contains less sodium. It is the sodium content that retains the water, so switching to proper sea salt will still offer flavor without retaining as much water. Be aware, though, of the high salt levels found in many foods we take for granted, such as canned or tinned food, cereals, flavored pasta and rice and pizza.

2. Avoid constipation

Constipation can also cause a person to feel like they are stretched out and that their stomach is full and bloated. Drinking plenty of water can keep everything moving through the system and keep it flushed so that constipation does not occur. In the event that water does not help, a stool softener can be used to get things moving again. Continue reading ‘What Causes Bloating and 5 Common Bloating Remedies’ »

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Posted by Christopher Kuntz on April 25, 2010 at 8:18 am under Home Health Care.
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