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<title>Taking On Your Cardiovascular Issues</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Many people leave their doctors office dismayed at the state of their health. Perhaps in the back of your mind you knew your lifestyle was not the healthiest, or that certain heredity conditions were in your family. If you recently learned that you have cardiovascular issues, there are things you can do about it.]]></description>
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<title>Omega Q Plus And Other Herbal Treatments For A Healthier Heart!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:55:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the popular heart supplements these days is Omega Q Plus. It contains a unique combination of Calamarine Omega 3 oil and Hydro-Q-Sorb CoQ10. Most of us are aware that Omega 3 is very useful for our heart health and that is why fish oils are widely recommended despite their unpleasant taste. In this article I am going to discuss other herbal treatments for a healthier heart that you may not have heard of.]]></description>
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<title>Managing Your Cholesterol Levels - How Hard Can It Be?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:42:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Elevated amounts of LDL or bad cholesterol can put you at risk for heart attack and stroke. The common factors that contribute to high levels of cholesterol are a family history of hypercholesterolemia, heredity, unhealthy diet, a sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy habits such as smoking and excessive alcohol drinking.]]></description>
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<title>15 Lead Cardiac Monitor/Defibrillators</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:55:46 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will explain the benefits of a 15 Lead Monitor/Defibrillator for active Fire Departments or Ambulance Companies. Use of this equipment meets or exceeds the established standard of emergency care for Advanced Life Support (ALS) teams.]]></description>
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<title>What Do American Heart Month and Valentine's Day Have in Common?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:09:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Valentine's Day and the American Heart Month both take place in February. Valentine's Day is about love and relationships. American Heart Month is about combating heart disease. So what is common about these two events?]]></description>
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<title>Love Yourself This Valentine's Day</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:04:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Each February it's the same scene - heart shaped cakes, red velvet cupcakes with heart frosting, and enough boxes of chocolates to feed a small country! And each year, I write about heart health and how bad all the candy, cakes and other traditional Valentine treats are for your HEART. Well, this year instead of giving you food alternatives or exercises to work off those cupcakes, I'd like to talk about something that's very important for our health and well being - self love.]]></description>
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<title>How To Make Healthy Fitness Goals That Boomers Will Stick To!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:03:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[2012 is certainly an interesting time to be alive! Some say that the end of the world is coming, although most Boomers have been hearing that prediction, seemingly, forever! Others believe that we are all coming closer to enlightenment this year - a free upgrade, if you will. I am part of this latter group. I see more and more masters sharing their teachings with more and more students and making ancient healing traditions available to everyone. Miracles in health and wellness are happening every day!]]></description>
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<title>Cut High Blood Pressure Without Drugs</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:32:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Uncontrolled high blood pressure can be a death sentence. Use these tips to keep it under control and ward off stroke and heart failure.]]></description>
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<title>Winning Hearts and Minds</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:33:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Being conscientious about health, and maintaining healthy eating habits will prevent a lot of deaths and a lot of illnesses. "Winning hearts and minds" encompass a commitment to educating people about health, and showing them a business where they can maintain good health and make money at the same time. That is a formula for success.]]></description>
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<title>Vascular Heart Disease</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Vascular Heart Disease affects over 20 million Americans and is a disease that has the potential of being reversed in some cases if caught early enough with a change in diet and by increasing a regimented exercise program. Vascular Heart Disease can take on different and specific disorders in the body. Peripheral Artery Disease is a form of vascular disease that affects the body's blood vessels or coronary arteries. The peripheral arteries are those outside of the heart and these arteries can accumulate deposits of fat and cholesterol known as plaque on the inner lining of the arteries.]]></description>
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<title>Cardiovascular Health</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:24:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article discusses cardiovascular health. The article covers a number of risk factors as well as preventative steps that can be taken to avoid heart disease.]]></description>
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<title>Heart Healthy Meals: Keeping the Ticker Ticking</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:52:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Heart disease can be a difficult obstacle that can affect our quality of life. The best way to prevent your chances of getting this difficult disease is to embrace heart healthy meals. Here are some tips that can help you get started.]]></description>
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<title>The Truth About Statins and Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:54:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cholesterol has been a major part in every person's health at a certain point. Experts have found different ways to manage them and one of those is the use of statin- a medication that lowers cholesterol.]]></description>
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<title>Top Tips for a Happy, Healthy Heart</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:17:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Every year, almost 17 million from around the world die from heart disease and most of these people are unaware of their heart's condition. Some of them may have died due from the fatal strike of a heart attack or stroke, and maybe some of them have survived their first symptom that made them change their lifestyle.]]></description>
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<title>How to Eat After Surviving a Heart Attack</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:45:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Recovery from a heart attack will take several months and during this period life changes are vital. Heart attacks are the leading cause of death in the USA according to National Vital Statistics Reports in 2006 cdv.gov. Your main concerns will be to make lifestyle changes to prevent another heart attack. Your doctor will advise you to take medication, exercise and change your diet. Leading a long and healthy life is possible with the right food and eating habits.]]></description>
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<title>A Growth Hormone Supplement May Get Rid of That Pot Belly and Reduce Your Risk of Heart Attack</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:27:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's definitely no secret that pot bellies are unattractive, but not only are they unattractive but pot bellies are also linked to heart disease and put people at a higher risk of heart attack. Not good! (Are you looking down at your belly? If so, keep reading!) So what causes a person to develop a pot belly and how can you get rid of it?]]></description>
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<title>What's A Heart Bypass Operation?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:03:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In some cases of heart diseases, the best treatment option offered by medical professionals is a heart bypass operation. If you are suffering from coronary heart disease and is at risk due to several cases of angina and diminished blood supply to the heart, then you may want to start researching undergoing a heart bypass surgery. Coronary heart disease is an ailment where your arteries are narrowed by fats and plaques.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Saturated And Unsaturated Fat?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:46:20 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you are in grade school, you have been educated of the many organic content of your body. There are cells, tissues, lipids, and the very infamous fats. Now, you may not be in good terms with the term 'fats' because of course, there are so many negative connotations it brings.]]></description>
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<title>Preventing Heart Disease - Steps to Live a Healthier Life</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:58:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[During our spare or leisure time, some of us can see ourselves lazing around on the couch watching our favourite shows, drinking beer and eating a lot of junk foods. This is a common scenario for people who live a sedentary, unhealthy and inactive lifestyle. Most of them, maybe including you, can be of great risk of having life-threatening diseases such as heart disease and stroke later down the road if you continue with this kind of lifestyle.]]></description>
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<title>The Silent Killer - High Blood Pressure</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:03:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people die yearly with a medical condition that they don't even know they have. This condition is high blood pressure, AKA the silent killer.]]></description>
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<title>Can A Personal Trainer Help To Strengthen Your Heart After Cardiac Dysfunction? Let See</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:21:46 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will explain how a personal trainer can assist and make cardiac rehabilitation a much better success! And aims to reverse limitations experienced by patients who have suffered the adverse path of physiologic and psychological consequences of cardiac events. Cardiovascular disorders are the leading cause of mortality and morbidity in the industrialized world, accounting for almost 50% of all deaths annually.]]></description>
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<title>ARCTIC: Stop Palpitations While They Happen With This Acronym</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:17:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is often asked, "How do I stop palpitations while they are occurring?" Some people find the methods they use are inconsistent or they are simply unaware of alternatives. Luckily, there are more than a couple of ways to stop palpitations in their tracks once they begin. Now the second problem I used to have, and I know many others sufferers do, is being unable to remember some of the other possibilities if one did not work. So I have come up with a mnemonic to help. Next time you have a palpitation, I want you to remember the word "ARCTIC"- as in the wintry Arctic Circle or Arctic Ocean. We will use it as an acronym to point out these six effective ways to stop palpitations in their tracks.]]></description>
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<title>Fish Oil Supplements and Important Information for Menopausal Women About Heart Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:03:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Women approaching menopause have symptoms caused by estrogen levels that are waning. One of the biggest killers of post menopausal women is heart disease. This is news to many women who are not aware that they are at risk for heart disease.]]></description>
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<title>The Right Vitamin K Nutrition Is Essential to Your Heart Health</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:29:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Vitamin K nutrition is showing up in the press a lot lately. Many people are concerned they aren't getting enough. This vitamin recently grabbed headlines because new discoveries show it has a powerful ability to add bone density to protect you from a hip fracture. Research also shows it can protect your heart by keeping the blood flowing through your arteries.]]></description>
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<title>These Vitamin K Benefits Could Be Your Secret Weapon Against Heart Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:45:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Let me ask you a quick question, do you want to keep yourself healthy for as long as possible? Do you want to escape the heart disease that plagues so much of the country? Of course you do!]]></description>
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<title>CoQ10 and Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:12:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A study published in the Journal of American Medical Association shows people who lower their blood pressure can live longer lives. You probably already know the dangers. A blood pressure can lead to heart attacks, stroke and kidney failure.]]></description>
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<title>Lower Blood Pressure The Natural Way</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:09:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many ways to lower blood pressure naturally. These are home remedies and alternative methods to combat hypertension, prevent, and avoid the things that lead to high blood pressure.]]></description>
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<title>Cholesterol Lowering Drugs - 'Statins' - Learn How They Work and The Effects They Produce</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:23:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cholesterol lowering drugs - commonly called statins - are being prescribed frequently, but the side effects they produce in the body can be daunting. What should you do? If you feel caught between a rock and a hard place, answering the following questions should help you decide: 'How do statins work?' and 'Are they effective?']]></description>
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<title>AED Heartstart Defibrillators Are Everywhere And For Good Reason</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:06:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[AED Heartstart defibrillators are becoming increasingly commonplace and popular as the technology behind them improves making them easier to operate thus enabling them to be utilised more extensively. There are some big companies behind the development of these portable devices designed to save lives. Some of these medical companies include: Zoll, Phillips, Medtronic and Cardiac Science. So what does an AED do?]]></description>
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<title>Heart Healthy Eating Recommendations</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:56:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The NCEP recommends a diet low in saturated fats, trans fats and cholesterol. Complex carbohydrates are suggested in place of simple carbs. Meat should become a very minor part of your diet.]]></description>
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<title>Chest Pain, Heart Diseases and Prosthetic Heart Valves</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:57:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Patients undergoing prosthetic valve surgery need meticulous follow up in the post-operative period. Thorough understanding of the structure of different prostheses, their thrombogenic potential, durability and hemodynamics is imperative for proper management during this period. The treating cardiologist must be familiar with the use of oral anticoagulants (VKAs), their interactions with diet and different drugs to be able to avoid life threatening complications of over or under coagulation. Similarly, thorough knowledge of echocardiography of the prosthetic valves and the interpretation of the various nuances is absolutely essential in the management of these patients.]]></description>
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<title>The Risk Factors for Developing Heart Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:16:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are several risk factors for developing heart disease; high LDL cholesterol is only one. Family history plays a significant role. If your father had a heart attack or stroke prior to age 55 or your mother had a heart attack or stroke prior to 65, you have a higher risk.]]></description>
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<title>Cholesterol Particles A and B - What Does It All Mean?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:18:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you know there are two kinds of cholesterol "particles?" No longer are doctors going to be looking at just your numbers. Just when we thought we had it all figured out, someone discovers something new about fats in our blood.]]></description>
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<title>Looking for Natural Solutions for High Cholesterol?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:00:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What is cholesterol risk? Are you confused about cholesterol and what to do about it? Are you reluctant to start taking prescription drugs until you are clear about the options? After hearing recent reports about the dangers of statin drugs, you may be asking how I can lower my triglycerides naturally.]]></description>
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<title>Natural Ways to Reduce Your Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:42:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Looking after your body should be one of the things top of your mind from as soon as you are old enough to think independently. If you treat your body like garbage, then the chances are that it will treat you back the same. Now, of course, the human body is built to last and it can deal with being thrashed around a bit, but constantly abusing it, especially where there is no need is asking for trouble.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding Heart Disease Causes</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:49:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[An easy to understand look at the biggest risk factors in heart disease. Plus a glimpse at how to prevent heart disease.]]></description>
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<title>Cholesterol Truths Revealed</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:39:27 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cholesterol is the substance from which all of our steroid hormones (estrogen, testosterone, cortisol etc.) are made. It is also present in every cell membrane. Statins DO NOT prevent heart disease or heart attacks. Lipitor has not extended a single person's life by a single day; yet it is prescribed like candy.]]></description>
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<title>Decreasing the Levels of Cholesterol Naturally</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:54:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The organic method to reduce the cholesterol levels is going to be by developing a few changes in lifestyle as well as doing exercises. This helps the person slim down, that is directly associated towards the levels of cholesterol within the body.]]></description>
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<title>High Cholesterol - Signs, Symptoms, Causes</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:21:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[High cholesterol is what the average person calls it. The medical term is hypercholesterolemia and it is a risk factor for heart disease. No signs or symptoms are usually visible until the problem becomes significant.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Cholesterol Actually? Lowering Your Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:46:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cholesterol actually is not a bad thing. It depends whether you are talking about good cholesterol or bad cholesterol. You can't remove all your cholesterol in your body or else you will die. I will explain why.]]></description>
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<title>A Healthy Balance of Nutrition - Lowering Your Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:44:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A well-balanced diet includes food from each of the five main food groups. These food groups include bread, cereal and potatoes (starch), fruit (fruit juice is included) and vegetables, meat and fish, milk and dairy foods, and fat and sugar.]]></description>
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<title>Is Cholesterol the Number One Killer in the United States?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:34:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you hear the word cholesterol what comes to mind? For many, high cholesterol and heart disease are first. For decades the media has claimed that to decrease your risk for heart disease you must eat a low-fat diet with less than 300 mg of cholesterol a day.]]></description>
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<title>Importance of Cardiac Rehabilitation Program for Heart Patients</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:56:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A healthy heart ensures a healthy and active life. A hospital's cardiac rehabilitation program serves the needs of heart patients to exercise safely, and maintain a heart-healthy life style. As part of the cardiac rehabilitation heart patients are provided tailored-exercises, education, guidance on quitting smoking and change of diet, and emotional support.]]></description>
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<title>All About Cholesterol - A Brief Overview</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:16:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What is cholesterol you might ask and where did it come from? Well, it is a fat or a lipid that is produced by the liver as these Greek words imply - chole meaning "bile" and stereos which means "solid". But not all cholesterol comes from the liver. Some of it actually comes from the foods we eat mainly from certain plants and animals.]]></description>
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<title>Cardiovascular Disease - Signs - Symptoms</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:12:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the US. It is one of the four leading causes of US fatalities that have been directly linked to diet.]]></description>
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<title>10 Best Home Remedies for Cholesterol Control</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:19:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cholesterol accounts for most of the heart diseases you will hear. High blood cholesterol eventually leads to an imminent stroke or a cardiac arrest.]]></description>
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<title>Cholesterol - How to Remain Active For the Whole Day</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:57:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A long with eating a balanced diet of minimally processed whole foods, being active on most days of the week is critical to creating healthy cholesterol levels. Getting active for health does not mean spending hours at the gym. In fact, you never even have to go to the gym to get the amount of exercise that is proven to improve your health.]]></description>
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<title>Preventing Heart Disease in Seven Ways</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:01:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[About 1 in 4 deaths in the United States is believed to be caused by heart disease. According to medical articles, more than 450,000 Americans die of coronary heart disease each year. Heart disease remains the leading cause of deaths in the country.]]></description>
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<title>Sweet Drinks Are A Risk Factor Of Heart Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:59:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you drink more than two sugar sweetened drinks (including those popular flavored waters) per day, a new study finds they are a risk factor of heart disease and you might have a higher risk for developing diabetes, even if you aren't adding any weight from enjoying these popular, and tasty beverages. These types of sugar-laden drinks are well known culprits that contribute to obesity and have already been removed from vending machines at many schools in an effort to limit the empty calorie temptations for kids.]]></description>
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<title>Why Lowering HDL Cholesterol Is Bad</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:21:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Lowering HDL cholesterol is not what you want to achieve. By lowering your HDL cholesterol, you will be potentially increasing your LDL cholesterol as a result of eating the wrong types of fats. It is the LDL cholesterol that you should try to lower. High LDL is the main cause of heart disease and why it is the number one cause of death in the United States. Having too much LDL is a big cardiovascular risk and, with other fats, you are at risk to having heart problems because of the clogged arteries.]]></description>
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<title>2012 New Year's Resolution: Get Heart Healthy With L-Carnitine</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 20:07:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As you move into the New Year, you might be making a ton of resolutions, from saying you will eat better to making time to work out. Many people embark on a slew of New Year's resolutions in January, only to find that they fall off by the end of the month. However, there is one resolution worth keeping and that's getting your heart in better shape. In the end, poor heart health doesn't result in a guilty conscience because you didn't keep a resolution; it can be your ultimate and quite untimely demise. There are several things, from walking just 30 minutes a day to incorporate l-carnitine supplements into your daily vitamin regimen; you can do to promote better heart health.]]></description>
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<title>EECP Therapy - Enhanced External Counter Pulsation</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:39:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Enhanced external counter pulsation (EECP) therapy is an out-patient treatment for anigma and heart failure. It includes one-hour treatment, each day, five days a week, and 35 days in total. The EECP therapy helps to stimulate the openings or formation of collaterals (small branches of blood vessels) by way of creating a natural bypass around narrowed or blocked arteries.]]></description>
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<title>Exercise and Weight Loss Were the Furthest Things From My Mind</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 13:30:20 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[My heart was pounding in my chest and my breath was coming in short, labored gasps. After about two minutes the technician stopped the instrument of torture and I was escorted to a chair for a welcome rest. As my pulse returned to normal my brain played a flashback of my exercise motto. "If I get the desire to exercise I'll lie down until it goes away." My daydreaming was interrupted by a pleasant nurse who announced, "The cardiologist will see you now."]]></description>
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<title>Gastroenterology - The Life-Saver for Seemingly Common Ailments</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 14:24:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Gastroenterology - An invaluable methodology to identify and diagnose gastrointestinal ailments and disorders. Florida health care ensures the best care facilities for GI patients.]]></description>
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<title>Your Heart Health Could Be at Risk During the Holidays</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:37:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's no wonder that many heart attacks occur during the holiday season - even hospital emergency rooms have their nicknames for them: The Hanukkah Heart Attack, The Christmas Coronary, and The New Years Nuke. However, it doesn't have to be this way if you learn how to control stress, decompress from holiday pressures and practice simple, natural health. Here's how.]]></description>
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<title>Natural Human Growth Hormone May Lead to a Healthy Heart</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:09:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Nothing feels better than being healthy; both physically and mentally. And being "heart healthy" is a major piece of the puzzle when it comes to health and longevity.Living "heart healthy"isn't just doing one thing right; it's doing a combination of many things right. ]]></description>
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<title>What Foods Cause High Cholesterol?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:54:15 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are actually a lot of things that can cause high cholesterol. This is what makes getting it under control such a difficult task.]]></description>
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<title>8 Heart Disease Facts For You</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:35:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Heart disease is the number one killer in many countries. Blockage of the coronary arteries that carry blood to the heart is the major reason for heart disease. It is the main reason contributing to heart attack.]]></description>
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<title>Omega 3 and Weight Loss: A Powerful Combination for Your Heart</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:21:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Omega 3 and weight loss can help keep your heart strong and healthy so you have the energy to run after the kids AND look good doing it. Being overweight puts you at risk for diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, osteoarthritis and even certain types of cancer. Your doctor has probably shared with you the very scary statistics of being overweight and you're tired of - well, of being tired!]]></description>
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<title>What Leads To Heart Attack - 6 Things You Must Know About</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:58:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A heart attack is a leading cause of death all over the world. The other name of attack is myocardial infarction.  It occurs when the oxygen rich blood flow is blocked to some parts of the heart muscles.]]></description>
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<title>Physical Activity Helps to Lower Blood Pressure</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:09:48 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[High blood pressure, or hypertension, is perhaps, one of the most common health conditions. This condition is the result of the blood putting too much force or pressure on the walls of arteries. Prolonged hypertension, if left unregulated, could lead to such serious medical conditions such as coronary heart disease, heart attack or even stroke. Also, this condition can be aggravated by complacency and laziness. That's why I think it is imperative that you to try participate in some form of physical activity daily, which can have a direct positive impact on your situation.]]></description>
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<title>Seven Safe Steps to Avoid Heart Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:46:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You have already heard the term you are what you eat. It's been around forever. It's also common knowledge that eating certain foods increases your risk for heart disease. But despite that fact we continue to consume more and more foods that we know is bad for us. This is often because...]]></description>
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<title>What To Put Into Your Sample Low Cholesterol Diet</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:51:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A sample low cholesterol diet can effectively bring down the levels of low density lipoprotein (LD,L) which is often referred as the bad cholesterol and is detrimental to your health. Enough research has been conducted to prove the effectiveness of diet in lowering cholesterol. Extensive research has proven that consuming certain foods while avoiding others can lower cholesterol levels by a significant percentage.]]></description>
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<title>How To Create Your Own Sample Low Cholesterol Diet</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:51:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are looking for a sample low cholesterol diet to help you stay healthy, then this means that you are willing to make a change in your life. This is ultimately the first step to a healthier lifestyle. A such, a diet will consist of low-fat and non-fat alternatives to foods that you normally eat.]]></description>
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<title>Simple Recipes For Lowering High Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:50:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[First we start off with the basics before delving into the recipes for lowering high cholesterol. Take note that there are two types of Cholesterol. High Density Lipoproteins (HDL) is the good cholesterol and Low Density Lipoproteins (LDL) is the bad cholesterol.]]></description>
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<title>Effective Tips For Lowering Your LDL</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:34:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Low-Density Lipoprotein or LDL is the type of cholesterol that can increase your risk of heart disease, so lowering your LDL is important. High levels of LDL in blood can clog up arteries and blood vessels leading to atherosclerosis. Because of this, it is very important for you to know effective ways of keeping your heart functioning healthily.]]></description>
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<title>Lowering Your LDL Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:29:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Lowering your LDL cholesterol is easy with a very healthy diet. Avoiding certain foods while including others in a diet can be the perfect recipe. A stringent diet plan can yield noticeable results within a month.]]></description>
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<title>The Best Foods For Lowering Your LDL Cholesterol</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:28:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to lowering your LDL cholesterol, you have a few options. First, you can take prescription medication, but these can carry some harmful side effects. A better solution is to switch over to a diet specifically tailored for lowering your harmful cholesterol numbers.]]></description>
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<title>Great Recipes For Lowering Cholesterol Levels</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:26:27 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are hundreds of recipes for lowering high cholesterol levels that people can choose from, especially for those who know that maintaining proper cholesterol is essential to good health. Lowering bad LDL and increasing good HDL should be the aim of people as they choose foods to include in their recipes for their daily meal plans.]]></description>
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<title>Recipes For Lowering Cholesterol: The Way To Live Healthy</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:26:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you looking for the best recipes for lowering high cholesterol? Are you watching closely what you eat, your food choices, the amount of food, and possibly your calorie intake? Then, you need to look over this valuable resource to get yourself back into great health.]]></description>
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<title>Lowering HDL Cholesterol Is Bad For Your Health</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:15:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to cholesterol, there are actually two different types: the good and the bad. The good kind is called HDL and the bad is called LDL. Though many people get them confused, it is actually important to realize that lowering HDL cholesterol is not the goal. The goal is to lower LDL cholesterol.]]></description>
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<title>Simple Steps To Lowering HDL Cholesterol Levels</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:07:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Looking for fast and simple steps in lowering HDL cholesterol count in your system? Let us stop you right there. HDL cholesterol is actually good for you. You should boost the amount of HDL cholesterol in your body, instead of wanting to minimize it.]]></description>
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<title>How To Create A Great Low Cholesterol Menu Plan</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:06:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When a person is trying to set up a low cholesterol menu plan, they will usually not know what to do. Sadly, most people who have health problems have them because they lack the right information about what to eat and what not to eat. To make the problem worse, the majority of people do not want to learn about how to eat healthy and would rather eat whatever they feel like eating because it tastes good.]]></description>
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<title>Appropriate Diet for High Cholesterol Levels</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:06:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are a lot of individuals who worry about their food intake, especially those who are looking for an appropriate diet for high cholesterol levels. However, there is no specific diet this purpose, but people can easily lower their cholesterol content in their foods to help them bring down their cholesterol levels.]]></description>
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<title>Lowering Your High Cholesterol Levels Through Diet</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:04:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[High levels of bad or LDL cholesterol could put your health at risk. Getting those figures down is crucial and diet can help you achieve the goal. The diet for high cholesterol levels is far from too restricting. Many delicious foods can help you decrease those numbers and feel healthy once again.]]></description>
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<title>How To Create A Diet For High Cholesterol Levels</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:56:15 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When people are trying to lower their cholesterol levels, they will most likely try just eat less. Though this might help some people, this is simply not the best way to go. You will have to make a decent diet for high cholesterol levels to be able to live healthier.]]></description>
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<title>The Real Bad Cholesterol Foods List</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:55:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For years, people have been trying to find out what the best foods for cholesterol are and often times they will overlook the foods that actually cause cholesterol to rise. Too many people have no idea what foods are on the bad cholesterol foods list. As people continue to get older, they begin to realize that their nutrition becomes more important and that they will have to make important changes if they want to stay healthy. It might be common sense to eat more fruits and vegetables, but a lot of people do not know that it is saturated fats that cause the rise in cholesterol and lead to heart disease.]]></description>
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<title>Top 5 Bad Cholesterol Foods List</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:54:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A low cholesterol diet is one of the most effective ways to improve heart health. As a general rule, fiber rich foods and fish are a good source of good cholesterol, while meat and dairy products are the primary source of bad cholesterol.]]></description>
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<title>Knowing About The Heart Attack</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:47:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A heart disease is a sudden process, but is actually the culmination of several years' of disease process. Prudent lifestyles may help to avoid a heart attack.]]></description>
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<title>Use Natural Remedies to Get Lower Cholesterol Levels and Live Healthy</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:46:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many individuals these days are hoping to find solutions on how to get lower cholesterol using natural methods. They want to feel better and this is definitely obvious. Of course, you need to recall some important tips before reaching the same kind of goal.]]></description>
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<title>A Sample Low Cholesterol Diet That Will Greatly Improve Your Health</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:42:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you have been diagnosed with high cholesterol or simply want to take better care of your health to avoid future health problems, a sample low cholesterol diet can make a huge difference. Cholesterol is a substance made by our bodies and, in the right amount, is a vital part of our systems. Cholesterol is essential to every cell, but a poor diet can causes our bodies to produce way too much cholesterol which can lead to serious health problems and even death.]]></description>
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<title>The Effects of Food on Palpitations</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:10:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Palpitations are a change in the beating rhythm of the heart. Palpitations are just one of the ways that a biological, physical or mental stress can manifest itself throughout the body. It is more common in people who lead stressful or highly active lifestyles.]]></description>
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<title>Wondering About Heart Problems - Start With a Practical Approach</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Why not know more about heart problems before there are any problems? Why not gain basic knowledge?]]></description>
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<title>Compelling Research Suggests Tea May Save Your Life - 3 Key Benefits</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:35:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The benefits of drinking tea are largely unknown to the world around us. As the body grows older and weaker, compelling research suggests that tea may one day save your life - as you would never know. As the world's second most popular drink, tea is quickly becoming integrated into western society, yet working magic for our health.]]></description>
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<title>Why High Cholesterol Is Bad for Your Health</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:33:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cholesterol itself is not really all that bad for the heart and body. But, too much of it is very alarming and can lead to serious health problems like heart disease and stroke.]]></description>
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<title>Insider Secrets Of Preventing and Reversing Heart Disease</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:13:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[According to well known Heart Specialists, who had patients that had been diagnosed with Coronary Heart Disease (CAD) by other cardiologists who had told them that they were terminal. Fortunately, these patients were able to reverse their condition through changes in their diet and lifestyle. Here is the secret to reversing...]]></description>
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<title>Ten Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol Naturally</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:49:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cholesterol has 2 components to it which are the LDL and then the HDL. The LDL is known as the bad type of cholesterol whereas the HDL is known as the good type. Altering the ratio between the good type and the bad type properly can help reduce one's risk of heart attack and stroke. Here are ten foods that can help reduce cholesterol levels.]]></description>
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<title>Discover How The Flax Plant Can Help Lower Your Cholesterol!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:53:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is to provide readers with the benefits that flax seed and cholesterol can have. flax seed is a natural remedy that when used can help lower and control cholesterol levels. Flax seed is widely available in different forms from oil to supplements.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Integrative Cardiology?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6616544</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6616544</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:30:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The doctor who specializes in integrative cardiology is one who will find the underlying causes of your health issues instead of trying to just make the symptoms go away. This doctor understands how the body and mind work together so his last resort instead of first would be medication and if medication were needed it would be the smallest dosage for the least amount of time with the fewest possible side effects.]]></description>
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<title>Do You Know What Your Cholesterol Level Is?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 20:00:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Even though there are home kits available for measuring cholesterol. It is advisable to visit your GP who is a professional at measuring cholesterol. Your GP can also give you good advice on diets and methods that can help you lower your cholesterol levels.]]></description>
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<title>How Consumption of This Natural Supplement Can Help Reduce Your Cholesterol!</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6738479</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 16:26:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If your unfortunate to have been diagnosed with high cholesterol levels. Sterol's could play a major part in the reduction. Some margarine and yogurt contain sterol's and are advertised as cholesterol lowering products. Research has shown that introducing sterol's into your diet, can in fact keep your bad cholesterol under control.]]></description>
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<title>Know Your Average Cholesterol Level</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6742762</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6742762</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:41:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Starting at the age of 20 you should be getting your cholesterol levels tested every five years. Most people don't start looking at these numbers until their 40's and often by then it is too late. If you are able to get a good idea of your cholesterol numbers earlier in life you have more time to do something about it.]]></description>
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<title>Do You Know About Coronary Heart Disease?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6733637</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6733637</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:36:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Do you have a family history of CHD? Have you experienced any of the type of chest discomfort described above? If the answer is "YES", then it is high time that you consult your doctor immediately. If you still do not have any heart problems, even then you should consider adding omega 3 to your diet.]]></description>
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<title>High Cholesterol Foods - Discover The Effects on Your Health</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6731619</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6731619</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:36:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is important to implement cholesterol free foods in your diet. Unfortunately we are living in the fast food age where cholesterol free foods are being replaced with meals that are high in saturated fats. Making simple changes in your diet can lead to a healthier lifestyle.]]></description>
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<title>Habitual Anger May Lead to Heart Disease</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6730499</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:58:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Studies have come to speculate that persistent anger may result in incurring heart disease. People who are not in control of their temper and straightforwardly get angry over simple things are believed to be at high risk of having coronary heart disease. This article presented some of the physiological effects of anger on heart.]]></description>
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<title>Cholesterol Lowering Medications and Their Side Effects</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:48:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Cholesterol problems can be treatment by conventional and natural means. The drug approach can give numerous side-effects. Listed are the most popular drugs prescribed, so that people can make an informed decision about which route to take.]]></description>
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<title>High Cholesterol Risks Should Not Be Ignored</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:21:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Ignoring high cholesterol risks now can have terrible consequences later on. There are many who don't take the risk of high cholesterol nearly as seriously as they should - those who appear healthy and feel just fine, as well as those who know they have heart disease already or are at risk for it.]]></description>
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<title>Can You Reverse Heart Disease? 3 New Year Resolutions That Will Make Your Heart Happy</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:59:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Can you reverse heart disease? This is one question a lot of people would want answered. Being diagnosed with heart disease can be very traumatic - it takes a toll on you physically, mentally and financially.]]></description>
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<title>Discover The Truth About Grapefruit and Cholesterol!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:52:48 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is important if grapefruit juice is being used to lower cholesterol, that your GP is notified whilst taking any prescribed medicine. Grapefruit and cholesterol both can benefit the body as long as there is a balance.]]></description>
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<title>An Overview of Stethoscopes</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:39:27 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[No doctor would be caught dead without a stethoscope. Stethoscopes, much like the sphygmomanometer, are very important gadgets that medical professionals need to be able to diagnose the diseases of their patients.]]></description>
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