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Silymarin : allies against diabetes
Wednesday, July 28th, 2010Silymarin is the active ingredient of the plant known as Milk Thistle, and is one of the most powerful and protective substances known.
The most prominent effect of silymarin on the liver appears to be its ability to stimulate protein synthesis. This supports the liver’s ability to replace damaged cells with new ones. It is also [...]
What I can do to prevent or delay the complications of diabetes?
Friday, July 16th, 2010To prevent problems, keep your blood sugar in the blood as close to normal as possible and follow the advice of your physician. Here are some other tips:
* Eat a varied healthy diet. Avoid foods that are high in fat, cholesterol, salt and added sugars.
* Maintain a [...]
Heart disease and stroke
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010People with diabetes are at increased risk for heart disease and of stroke (embolism). The risk is even higher among people who have diabetes and smoke, in those with blood pressure (blood) high, those with a family history of heart disease or who are overweight.
Heart disease is most treatable when caught early. It is important [...]
The Benefits of Seeds and Nuts
Tuesday, May 25th, 2010Seeds and nuts are very healthy. In the past earned a bad reputation for its high content of fat, but now we know that is worth eating for its many health benefits.
Nuts and seeds are rich in vitamin E, unsaturated fat to balance the bad cholesterol, protein, minerals and micronutrients.
Consumed in moderation offer many health [...]
5 Steps to Control Cholesterol
Wednesday, May 19th, 2010How to control high cholesterol?
If your cholesterol is high, you need to reduce this to prevent cardiovascular complications. This paper will tell you how with just 5 steps you can keep it under control and avoid risking your health.
Levels above 200 mg / dl total cholesterol values above 100 to 130 mg/dl LDL or bad [...]
Trans Fat and Cardiovascular Disease (Part 2)
Thursday, May 13th, 2010This is because they increase LDL cholesterol (bad) cholesterol and lowers HDL (good) and acting on inflammatory mechanisms that accelerate the development of ateroesclerosis.También may increase the risk of diabetes by modifying the metabolism of fatty acids in the adipocyte or fat cell.
In short, there is no justification for their use, for which they provide [...]
Smart Choice for A Cholesterol Reducing Diet
Monday, March 22nd, 2010We all know that high cholesterol levels spells trouble for your heart health. If your doctor has informed you of a high cholesterol condition, it is wise to take immediate steps to bring those numbers down. While the cholesterol lowering drugs can result, there is so much you can do to achieve the objective through [...]
Cardiac Disorders
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010Heart disease include a multitude of diseases related to malfunctioning of the heart or its blood vessels. This fact sheet focuses on two specific cardiac disorders:
* Angina pectoris;
* Myocardial infarction.
Other cardiac disorders, there are problems such as congenital (malformations of the heart), diseases caused by inflammation of the heart muscle (pericarditis, endocarditis, etc..), A weak [...]
The king of the tortilla only contains no cholesterol
Friday, January 29th, 2010Present in numerous food products, is rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals.
In the tortillas, either potato or French, in bakery products, confectionery, desserts, cookies, pasta, ready meals and ice cream, the egg is present.
In fact, according to the Institute of Egg Studies, over 50 percent of food businesses use egg products to food processing.
Vitamin E
Tuesday, January 5th, 2010Also called tocopherol.
1. Functions
- Avoid damage to cell membranes by its antioxidant action.
- Prevents the destruction of red blood cells.
- Maintain sexual fertility.
- It is healing because of its antioxidant action.
- Regulates blood cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of atherosclerosis.
2. Where to find it?
They are rich in vitamin E oil seeds (wheat germ, sunflower, corn, [...]
