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Featured: Omega 3 beats cholesterol for predicting heart disease

Results from a new study found that people with higher blood levels of omega 3 had a 34% lower risk for death from any cause, and that blood omega 3 was a stronger predictor of future risk of cardiovascular disease than cholesterol.

Posted on Sun, 13 Aug 17

Fenugreek: alternative to cholesterol lowering drugs?

The seeds of fenugreek may be a safer treatment for dyslipidaemia and elevated blood glucose than medication, according to a new clinical trial.

Posted on Sun, 5 Jul 15

Dyslipidemia: personalized nutritional interventions

Non-pharmacological nutritional approaches are an effective and safe way to manage dyslipidemia, especially when used to target the underlying disease process or unique lipid fractions.

Posted on Sun, 5 Apr 15

Flaxseed: the new heart medicine

A new study has found a daily dose of flaxseed could lower cardiovascular risk in people with heart disease, beyond the effects of medication.

Posted on Sun, 15 Mar 15

Digestive health linked to heart disease, diabetes and obesity

People who regularly experience digestive symptoms might be at an increased risk for diabetes, weight gain and heart disease, according to new research. And improving digestive health could be key to resolving such problems.

Posted on Sun, 27 Apr 14

License to eat badly: statin drugs

Calorie and fat consumption, along with body weight, has increased over the last 10-years in statin drug users according to a new large-scale study. Statins may be undermining efforts to promote healthy eating.

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