This Pet Corrects Cholesterol (that one doesn’t)

This Pet Corrects Cholesterol (that one doesn’t)

Several studies in recent decades have proven that pets can improve stress levels and overall well-being. But can pets improve cholesterol levels? Yes, but not all pets, says a new study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings: Innovations, Quality and Outcomes. The...
Cholesterol Disaster or Heart Saver?

Cholesterol Disaster or Heart Saver?

Everyone loves this trendy fruit. It has been praised as a superfood that’s good for your heart and overall health and can aid in weight loss. But it’s also rich in carbohydrates, extremely rich in fats, and massively high in calories, so can it possibly be healthy?...
Omega 3s and Heart Health—What We Missed

Omega 3s and Heart Health—What We Missed

We’ve been told for years to eat more omega-3s and less omega-6s to lower cholesterol and improve heart health. But now a new study in the journal Communications Biology has found two huge flaws in the previous research. They put the theory about the omega-3 vs...
Common Vitamin Heals High Blood Pressure

Common Vitamin Heals High Blood Pressure

The vitamin we’re looking at today is super common, and thanks to researchers at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, we know that it’s super powerful. They also found that it can lower blood pressure and reduce the buildup of arterial plaque, but the best part is that...
Cholesterol and Eggs (Myth Buster)

Cholesterol and Eggs (Myth Buster)

Eggs are a fantastic source of protein and a great alternative to the usual selection of meats, but for the longest time they’ve picked up lots of bad press for their high cholesterol content. Nutritionists and doctors have often warned against consuming more than two...