Every doctor and nutritionist will tell you to cut fat from your diet. You'll lose weight, lower your risk for heart disease, and even feel less sluggish. Now, if only your tastebuds would agree! Fat carries flavor, and it can be quite difficult to give up butter, steak and ice cream. The trick is to juggle your fat intake, choosing healthier (but relatively tasty) … [Read more...] about 8 Easy Ways to Cut Fat from Your Diet (and still keep the flavor!)
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8 Easy Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol
Studies show that your cholesterol levels (and your risk for heart disease, heart attack and stroke) increase every five years. Doctors recommend getting regular screenings after you're 25 years old, or even sooner if these conditions tend to run in your family. But don't just wait for the tests—actively change your diet and lifestyle to keep your cholesterol levels under … [Read more...] about 8 Easy Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol
3 Healthy Chemicals Found in Red Wine
Drinking red wine (in moderation, of course) has long been considered as a habit that is actually good for the body, specifically for the heart. Red wine does not only contain alcohol. It also contains antioxidants that can help prevent cancer, heart disease and even lower cholesterol levels. That's because red wine raises the levels of HDL or good cholesterol in the body and … [Read more...] about 3 Healthy Chemicals Found in Red Wine