Cholesterol is just one of substances that the body can make on its own. Unfortunately, when we consume food that is high in oil and saturated fats, it can create an imbalance. And if you don’t take precaution, the chances of a heart attack and other cardiovascular diseases can get higher as the person ages. [Read more...]
it’s all for the heart
November 7, 2007 3 Comments
For a long time, the traditional western diet has very high in meat and animal fat, lacking in vegetables, fruits and grains. This has made people all over the world extremely vulnerable to heart and blood vessel disease.
By making some changes, it is possible to make a huge difference to the heart and general health. Start out with the changes one at a time, this way they are more likely to last. Start gradually, and see how many of these changes can be incorporated into your diet daily diet. [Read more...]
Other Benefits of Fish Oil
September 8, 2007 2 Comments
There are a lot more illnesses and situations in which intake of fish oil has proven to be significantly beneficial.
Fish oil makes the heart healthier. The heart is inarguably one of the most important parts of our body and having an unhealthy heart means having to suffer a rather limited lifespan. Naturally, it’s in our best interests to keep our hearts happy and healthy and one way of doing that is eating food that contains fish oil.
I read that in Athens, Greece, for instance, a study was made to show if there was a direct relationship between high fish diet and inflammation of blood vessels. The results revealed that those who ate more fish than the others had a lower level of C-reactive protein and interleukin-6, factors that are commonly used to measure likelihood of blood vessel inflammation. These benefits remained even when the various risks associated with high fish diet were taken into account. So, don’t forget to include fish oil in your diet for a healthier heart.
