Category: cholesterol

What Are the Dangers of Erythritol?

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Erythritol is a natural sugar substitute made by fermenting corn, called a sugar alcohol. Other…

How Long Is Stroke Recovery?

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According to the Mayo Clinic, stroke recovery can include recovery of movement, speech, swallowing, strength,…

Obesity is a Disease: Why, and Why it Matters

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There has been a pervasive idea in society that obesity is a sign of personal…

Take These 6 Steps to Reduce Your Stroke Risk

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A stroke is caused by a partial or total interruption of the blood supply to…

Muscle Mass: Use It, Don’t Lose It

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Everyone starts to lose a little muscle mass starting at about age 30. Unfortunately, sarcopenia,…

Diabetes Can Affect Your Skin

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It’s fairly common to suffer from rashes and other skin problems in older age, but…

Fit Easy, Effective Exercises Into Your Daily Routine

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Even if you don’t make New Year’s resolutions, at this time of year, you probably…

How Long Does It Take to Lower Cholesterol?

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Having healthy levels of cholesterol to reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke is…

Three Cheers for Chestnuts!

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The Folklore. Chestnuts are here, and just in time for the holidays! Whether roasting over…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Low-dose aspirin; Dementia symptoms; Antidepressants and sexual side effects

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Why is low-dose aspirin recommended for prevention of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke?…

Ask Tufts Experts: Washing Organic Foods; Instant Oatmeal

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Since they are grown without pesticides, do organic fruits and vegetables need to be washed?…

Fitting in Fats for Health

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Far from just padding our waistlines, fats play important roles in our bodies. Having fat…

Newsbriefs: Vitamin D; Red meat and CVD risk; Psyllium and constipation

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MAJOR FINDING: Vitamin D Supplements Do Not Prevent Major Diseases Virtually every tissue in the…

Improve Your Cardiovascular Health with Eight Essential Steps

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Earlier this year, the American Heart Association (AHA) released “Life’s Essential 8,” a checklist of…

Harvest the Bounty of Nutrients in Winter Squash

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Need to add some variety to your menus this fall? “Add winter squash to your…

What Are Macronutrients & How to Count Macros For Your Health Goals

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Counting macros is a common phrase in the gym and among athletes. It’s more fine-tuned…

For Brain Health, Protect Your Heart

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The same factors that raise the risk for heart disease also impact brain disease, including…

Newsbites: Diabetes Control; Lifespan and salt; genes, lifestyle, and prostate cancer

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Low-Carb Mediterranean Diet Works as Well as Ketogenic Diet for Diabetes Control In a controlled…

Eight Essentials for Heart Health

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For years we were told to “eat well and exercise” to keep our hearts healthy….

Combat Cardiovascular Disease with Exercise

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Regular physical activity is a key element of a healthy lifestyle. Exercising most days of…

Can Mindfulness Meditation Relieve Pain and Boost Your Mental and Physical Health?

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News Briefs: October 2022

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Sleep Added to List of Essential Healthy Heart Habits © Wavebreakmedia | Getty Images There’s…

Ask the Experts: October 2022

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Q: What is metabolic syndrome? A: Metabolic syndrome is a combination of risk factors that…

Understanding Heart Disease in Women

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© Science Photo Library | Getty ImagesHeart disease kills more women than all cancers combined….

Ask the Doctor: September 2022

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Q: I’ve heard of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), but my husband was recently diagnosed with…

Ask Tufts Experts: Activated Charcoal; Oatmeal vs. Oat Bran

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A friend is encouraging me to take activated charcoal capsules. Is this a good idea?…

Small Amounts of Physical Activity Can Have Big Benefits

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For ideal health and physical wellbeing, it’s recommended each week adults aim to do a…

Newsbites: Dietary supplements and cancer; avocados and waist circumference; microbial transplant for IBS; genes and Alzheimer’s

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There is No Proof Dietary Supplements Help Prevent CVD or Cancer The U.S. Preventive Services…

What’s Your ASCVD Risk?

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Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), commonly referred to as simply cardiovascular disease or heart disease, is…

Is Walking Good Exercise?

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According to the American Heart Association, when it comes to health benefits, walking is the…

Pain After Chiropractor Adjustment

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According to the National Institutes of Health National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH),…

Take Shortness of Breath Seriously; It May Be a Symptom of Heart Failure

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About 5.7 million Americans have heart failure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and…

Fight Free Radicals with Antioxidants

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If “free radicals” sounds to you like a ’60s protest chant, you haven’t been keeping…

Can Supplements Block Fats?

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© JW LTD | Getty ImagesCan taking a pill actually block the fat you consume…

Ask Tufts Experts: Why We Say “People with Obesity”; Cholesterol and Genes

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“People with obesity” sounds odd to me. Why don’t you just say, “obese people?” Jillian…

Red, White, and…Berries!

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Berries are bursting with flavor—as well as vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds that can benefit…

Get to Know Shell Beans

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From the familiar navy, pinto, and lima beans to soybeans and heirloom varieties like scarlet…

The Most Common Tests Used to Assess Heart Function

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If your doctor suspects you have heart disease, he or she may order some tests…

For Painful Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal May Be Necessary

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Your gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located on the right side of your abdomen…

The Dangers of Yo-Yo Dieting

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We live in a diet culture, one in which we are constantly exposed to the…

Symptoms of Brain Damage After Heart Attack – Is Memory Loss Permanent?

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Myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is the most common cause of death…

Ask Dr. Etingin: Preventing Lyme disease; Diet and cataract risk; Respiratory infections

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How can I protect myself from Lyme disease when I’m hiking this summer? Lyme disease…

Annual Physical Exam Checklist

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It can be called an annual physical exam, a general physical exam, or a wellness…

Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Is My Liver Damage Reversible?

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Fatty liver disease is just what it sounds like, the buildup of fat inside your…

Supplements Aren’t Always Safe

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Most American adults take some kind of dietary supplement every day, according to the National…

Menopause and Your Health

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Many of my patients ask me: “What do I need to focus on or be…

What’s Your Risk of CVD?

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One of the most significant potential health threats women face as we get older is…

Heart Attack Symptoms Don’t Always Occur in Your Chest

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Although health experts have known for many years that women’s risk of heart disease increases…

Thyroid Diseases Can Produce a Wide Variety of Symptoms

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Thyroid disorders aren’t a top health concern for most women, but they are very common:…