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Cholesterol: Lowering, Control and Management News
covering the metabolism of fats and related ailments, the control and management of blood lipids, the basics to lower serum cholesterol levels and improve lipid profile
hM strongly recommends using the information and healthy recipes provided on this website under the professional supervision of your doctor or registered dietitian . Whether you are seeking to improve your general health, reverse heart disease, control diabetes or your weight, always assume that getting professional advice from your MD or RD is best. - NGBeditor
hM Health Video Selection: "Understanding Cholesterol 5" with Dr. Michael Farkouh MD - Mount Sinai School of Medicine - Video Source: Illumistream health.
Overview of the current articles in the hM Cholesterol CHRONICLES, with selected videos and recommended articles on SAFE and HEALTHY ways to lower and control blood cholesterol levels. Links: Where to find good cholesterol information
hM Health Care Video selection: Cholesterol-Lowering Medication - with Dr. Brian P Kessler MD - Illumistream health
hM Health Care Video selection: Consequences of Cholesterol - with Dr. Brian P Kessler MD - Illumistream health
hM Health Care Video selection: Cholesterol-Lowering Substances, with Dr. Brian P Kessler MD - Illumistream health
hM Health Care Video selection: Trans and Saturated Fats
with Katie Kouric - CBS NEWS
with Katie Kouric - CBS NEWS
Abstract of article - the hM Cholesterol Chronicles
What is Cholesterol? An Overview of the Basics.
This overview presents the basic concepts. It explains the biochemical nature of cholesterol. It describes the three types of cholesterol : HDL-C, LDL- and VLDL-C and their effects.
The sources of cholesterol are described and so are the different medications to lower cholesterol. The important role of nutrition is also discussed.
The sources of cholesterol are described and so are the different medications to lower cholesterol. The important role of nutrition is also discussed.
Abstract of article - the hM Cholesterol Chronicles
Abstract of article - the hM Cholesterol Chronicles
Abstract of article - the hM Cholesterol Chronicles
The different types of Cholesterol and their effects on the Walls of your Arteries
An overview of :
- The effects of cholesterol
- Differentiating between HDL and LDL - for LDL: lower is better
- Its action on the thin lining (endothelium) of the arteries.
Dietary Saturated Fats and Trans-Fats Aggravate Heart Disease
When climbing a flight of stairs, Joe finds that he always ends up being a bit short of breath nowadays. He has to climb those stairs everyday, on the way back from the take-out lunch counter in the office building. Today he bought his favorites : three hot-dogs, a bag of potato chips and some off-the-shelf cookies. Right now, the shortness of breath is really bothering him. He starts to realize that, just maybe, something is going seriously wrong. Just what has been happening over time ? What are the common causes of atherosclerosis - hardening of the arteries? What causes one to develop angina ?
Improving the Cholesterol Profile with Psyllium and Phytosterols
A combination therapy leads to a further decrease in LDL-Cholesterol. Recently published medical literature points to a method to further lower the level of the harmful fraction of the total cholesterol.
NOTE: These are natural products. Some people are very enthusiastic about natural products. It should be noted that their efficacy is only around 5 to 7% that of Ezitimibe. One should not cease taking one's prescription on account of the intake of natural products. They are helpful, but their efficacy is, unfortunately, rather low.
NOTE: These are natural products. Some people are very enthusiastic about natural products. It should be noted that their efficacy is only around 5 to 7% that of Ezitimibe. One should not cease taking one's prescription on account of the intake of natural products. They are helpful, but their efficacy is, unfortunately, rather low.
What is Cholesterol and How to Lower it - Source: ehealthMD
This is an exhaustive and authoritative 14-page article that explains just about everything one needs to know about cholesterol. An editorial board of physicians is responsible for its publication by eHealthMD. Members are physicians such as Dr. Elliot Rappaport MD, Cardiologist, Professor of Clinical Medicine, UCSF
Heart Risk Calculator - Source: The National Cholesterol Education Program - NCEP
A quick and easy to use tool to calculate your 10-year risk of having a heart attack. The tool takes into consideration the total cholesterol level and the HDL-C level, among other factors.
Heart-Healthy Eating: Sample Recipes - Source: The Mayo Clinic.
Diet is one of the ways to lower and control cholesterol. Here are examples of heart-friendly recipes that will help you keep your cholesterol numbers lower. The recipes in the list can be used as examples for people using recipe software such as MasterCook or Cook'n to plan meals and menus.
What You can do to Lower Cholesterol - The College of Family Physicians of Canada
The CFPC gives brief presentation of the substance and the reasons why high cholesterol levels are unhealthy. Cholesterol numbers are presented in mmol/L. (mg/dl are still in use in the USA). Later, steps to be taken are suggested, the suggestions include a short list describing what sort of foods are healthy choices to keep your cholesterol level in the low range.
Cholesterol Basics - Source: WebMD
This is a three-page article in which the editorial board of WebMD (made up of physicians) presents the facts on coronary heart disease and the factors that influence cholesterol levels. Such factors are, among others, Diet, Age, Gender, heredity, Weight... and others. Reference in collaboration with The Cleveland Clinic.
Top Five Foods to Lower Cholesterol - Source: The Mayo Clinic
This article stresses the role of diet in lowering or controlling blood cholesterol levels. The specialists at the Mayo Clinic then propose five foods to choose or favor. The foods in the list are oatmeal or oat bran, walnuts and almonds (in moderation), fish and omega-3 fatty acids, olive oil (in moderation), plant sterols and stanols.
Cholesterol: Management and Treatment Guide - Source: WebMD
This multi-page reference leads to other pages such as: 1- Diet to lower cholesterol. 2- Foods to lower cholesterol, 3- Medication, 4- Supplements, 5- Video: Controlling Cholesterol with Exercise.
Efficacy of Statins (rosuvastatin) in reducing cholesterol and preventing vascular events in patients with elevated CRP - Source: The New England Journal of Medicine
This study found that the statin drug had reduced the serum cholesterol levels by an impressive 50% and had reduced the CRP level by 37%. As a direct consequence, the incidence of cardiovascular events in the group was substantially lower for the period.
Where to Find the best cholesterol-related Information:
Index of hM specially selected articles on Cholesterol, Cholesterol Lowering and Control, from authoritative health institutions and academic or medical sources.
Index of hM specially selected articles on Cholesterol, Cholesterol Lowering and Control, from authoritative health institutions and academic or medical sources.
Factors that Affect or Influence Cholesterol - Source: Canada Health Care (CDN Department of Health) LifeMD
This article by Canadian health authorities points out ways and means to lower and control cholesterol with warnings against trans-fats and saturated fats in the diet. It gives tips to increase fiber intake and provides guidelines to healthy eating.
Study: Cholesterol Reduction Equals Lower Heart Risk for Patients - Glasgow Medical School (Scotland) - The Cleveland Clinic (USA)
The Glasgow Medical School in Scotland and The Cleveland Clinic in the USA have studied the effect of aggressive cholesterol reduction therapy on the heart disease related mortality rate of diabetics (Glasgow) and heart patients (Cleveland Clinic). Atorvastatin and Rosuvastatin were used and large cohorts were studied. The mortality rate was significantly reduced in those patients that had reduced cholesterol levels. Their serum level was low, at an average of 77 mg/dl.
Raising HDL: Clinical Strategies to Elevate HDL - Source: MedScape
This medical article covers in detail the non-pharmacological and pharmacological ways to increase HDL-C levels. The ways and means range from diet, exercise and smoking cessation to the use of medication such as niacin. The article is primarily written for health practitioners. It is lengthy and thorough.
Benefits of Reducing LDL-Cholesterol: Study Results - Source: MedScape
Type: Meta-analysis. There were 90,056 participants in this study. The data infers that for each 1.0 mmol/L reduction in LDL-Cholesterol there is a 23% reduction in the risk of myocardial infarction. There were other benefits such as a reduced mortality rate.
Category : Find books, guidelines on Cholesterol control and management - Advice, Tips and sample recipes to lower cholesterol levels
"The Harvard Medical School Guide to Lowering your Cholesterol"
Author:
Dr Mason W Freeman, Christine E Junge
Author:
Dr Mason W Freeman, Christine E Junge
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"Harriet Roth's Cholesterol Control Cookbook", for healthier recipes, diet plans and menus
Where to find: Complete Cholesterol (including HDL, LDL) and Glucose Meter: The Cardiocheck Blood Testing Device. Measures the total, the good (indirect) and the bad cholesterol levels
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"The Cleveland Clinic Healthy Heart Lifestyle Guide and Cookbook"
The Cleveland Clinic Heart Center
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