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Eight Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol

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Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol can be lowered by a number of foods and supplements in addition to diet and exercise. Your risk of heart attack  and stroke is increased if your blood has high levels of LDL cholesterol. As a result, maintaining healthy cholesterol levels is crucial for safeguarding your cardiovascular well-being. To address high cholesterol, your doctor should recommend statins , a medication that lowers LDL cholesterol. In addition to medication, changes to your diet and exercise regimen may also be recommended. In particular, foods that are especially effective at reducing cholesterol  may become part of your new eating plan. Before exploring these dietary options, it helps to understand the two primary types of cholesterol: ·         Low-density lipoprotein or LDL is referred to as "bad" cholesterol. ·         High-density lipoprotein or HDL is referred to as "good" cholesterol. ...

Your Heart May Benefit From Losing Weight, Even If You Gain Some Back

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  According to a recent study, even a small weight decrease can have long-term health benefits. None of it requires much: If you have excess weight to lose, even a small amount of weight loss  (5 to 10 percent of your total body weight) can have a significant positive impact on your health. Furthermore, even if part of the weight returns, recent study indicates that these advantages might endure for several years.   A study with almost 50,000 participants looked at the outcomes of 124 clinical trials. Researchers discovered that individuals who underwent what are known as intensive behavioral weight loss programs—which typically involve diet and exercise  along with peer or professional support—had reduced risk factors for type 2 diabetes  and cardiovascular disease compared to those who underwent fewer intensive programs or no program at all. Furthermore, even with significant weight gain, these enhanced indicators persisted for at least five years. Th...

Immune-Stimulating Foods and Seasonal Diet

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  Check out this clinical guide for health insights on foods that strengthen the immune system and nutritional advice designed for the transition from winter to summer with unexpected rains.   As temperatures increase and the environment changes , it becomes increasingly important to adjust dietary habits that support and strengthen our body's immune function. Seasonal shifts to summer with unseasonal rains in between can have a substantial impact on the immune system. This article offers information on foods that strengthen the immune system and dietary suggestions specific to the summertime transition. Immune-Stimulating Foods and Seasonal Diet Individuals are more vulnerable to infections during seasonal changes because the immune system adapts to environmental changes. Sufficient nourishment is essential for strengthening the immune system and guaranteeing the best possible protection against infections. says a specialist " A proactive approach to boost the immune heal...

The Top 7 Worst Behaviors for Joints

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  Your joints can be impacted by a variety of factors, including what you eat and how frequently you text. Anything that is used continuously for decades will eventually exhibit signs of wear and tear. Take cartilage, the cushioning substance that sits between your bones, as an example. According to an expert, this is the reason why growing older raises the chance of getting osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that almost half of persons over 65 suffer from arthritis, with osteoarthritis being the most prevalent type. Although there is little you can do to stop time from passing, you can make many lifestyle adjustments to give your joints some TLC (Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes). The seven worst habits for your joints are listed here. 1. Tobacco Use Not that you need one more excuse to stop smoking, but here it is: Your joints suffer from smoking. Because nicotine in cigarettes constricts blood vessels,...

How Just 15 Minutes of Exercise Can Strengthen Your Immune System

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    ·     A recent study has shown that even brief exercise sessions can strengthen your immune system.   ·     This has to do with the generation of white blood cells known as "natural killer" cells.   ·   The study's limitations suggest that further investigation is required.   According to recent studies, exercising for just fifteen minutes can strengthen your immune system .   The results showed that brief physical activity bursts enhance the body's generation of natural killer (NK) cells, a subset of white blood cells that combat malignant and infectious cells. Exercise has been associated with increased blood levels of natural killer (NK) cells in previous studies. Furthermore, it seems that NK cell counts rise just minutes following physical activity.   The latest results, according to the researchers, add to the mounting body of evidence suggesting that NK cell targeting within the body may imp...