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Cholesterol Lowering Plan
December 6, 2005 08:41 PM EST | Diet & Nutrition , Heart Conditions | Email to Friend
I'm often asked about the different types of cholesterol, and what it all means to your health. Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance found among the lipids (fats) in the bloodstream and in all your body's cells.
Cholesterol is an important part of a healthy body, because it's used to form cell membranes and some hormones. It is also needed for other functions in your body, but a high level of cholesterol in the blood -- hypercholesterolemia -- is a major risk factor for coronary heart disease (which leads to heart attack). According to current estimates, nearly 62 million Americans have one or more forms of cardiovascular disease (CVD).
(Article excerpt from Cholesterol: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly by Dr. Nancy Tice eDiets Physician and Psychiatrist)
Plan includes
- Reduces risk for heart disease
- Lowers cholesterol with heart-healthy foods
- Eliminates "bad" dietary fats
- Personalized weekly meal plans
- "Print & Go" shopping lists
Sample Menu
- Whole-grain cereal with nonfat milk and fruit
- Mediterranean salmon salad with bread, fruit and yogurt
- Turkey burger on bun with healthy fries & fruit and salad
- Popcorn and juice
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