Sentences with phrase «good cholesterol levels in the blood»

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In addition, optimists had significantly better blood sugar and cholesterol levels, exercised more, and had healthier body mass indexes, and were less likely to smoke than pessimists.

Macadamias are a rich source of mono - unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and palmitoleic acids, which research suggests increases good (HDL) cholesterol and reduces bad (LDL) cholesterol levels in the blood.

Cholesterol levels were lowered, my blood sugar readings were lower... and I felt better than I had in years!

Many of you must be familiar with the effectiveness of this drink in reducing weight; well the benefits of this beverage extend to lowering blood flow, cholesterol levels, enhancing oral functions along with increasing metabolism rate and immune system activity.

Coconut oil has a saturated fat called lauric acid, a medium chain saturated fatty acid, that has been shown to increase the good HDL cholesterol in the blood to help improve cholesterol ratio levels.

They help manage weight (because they help curb cravings because they take a lot time to digest), they can help reduce the risk of heart disease, they help to ward off diabetes (helping to reduce both blood sugar and insulin levels and they help to keep cholesterol in check (by lowering LDL (bad cholesterol) and elevating HDL (good cholesterol).

• Some evidence exists to show that breastfeeding mothers are less likely to develop heart disease as they appear to have higher levels of good cholesterol (HDL) in their blood.

Regarding vitamin D deficiency, consider the following from August 2009: «A whopping 70 percent of American kids aren't getting enough vitamin D, and such youngsters tend to have higher blood pressure and lower levels of good cholesterol than their peers, according to two new studies published this week in the journal Pediatrics.

«Children with low levels of vitamin D were more likely to have high blood pressure and lower levels of high - density lipoprotein, also known as good cholesterol — two factors that are considered major risk factors for heart disease later in life «Children with low vitamin - D levels also had higher levels of parathyroid hormone than their counterparts with adequate vitamin D in their blood.

«Make sure you keep up routine blood tests to check cholesterol levels and blood pressure, and try to eat as balanced a diet as possible,» she adds.She also advises that keeping your blood sugar balanced is the best way to avoid serious illness later in life, as once it is unbalanced, the rest of your body tends to follow the same way.

The current NCEP guidelines, published in 2001 and revised in 2004, recommend statins for heart disease patients with LDL («bad») cholesterol levels greater than 70 milligrams per deciliter of blood and for people who have a moderately elevated risk of heart disease as well as LDL levels above 100 mg / dL.

Compared with the placebo group, liraglutide - treated subjects also experienced better improvements in blood pressure and levels of all fasting lipids (blood fats), including LDL («bad») cholesterol, HDL («good») cholesterol, triglycerides and total cholesterol, according to Le Roux.

The hypothesis holds that vegetable oils rich in linoleic acid, like safflower and corn, are good for heart health, that saturated fats, such as those in red meat and dairy products, clog arteries and are very bad, and that replacing the latter with the former reduces deaths from heart attacks, heart disease, and strokes by lowering blood cholesterol levels.

That is why researchers more often rely on faster - developing indicators of (apparently) improved health: tumor shrinkage in cancer, lowered blood - sugar levels in diabetes, reduced brain plaque in Alzheimer's, lowered bad cholesterol or elevated good cholesterol in heart disease.

It is characterized in people who have at least three of five common issues that raise health concerns — excess abdominal fat, high blood pressure, low «good» cholesterol, and / or high levels of blood sugar and triglycerides.

The Framingham Offspring Cohort Study found an association between higher vitamin K1 levels and higher levels of the good LDL cholesterol and lower lipid levels in the blood, both associated with healthier hearts.

The enhanced hiPS - HEP cells express PCSK9 and other genes that regulate blood cholesterol levels, as well as principal genes involved in uptake, synthesis, and beta - oxidation of fatty acids.

«The patients in our study had well - controlled blood glucose levels, so their blood lipid panels showed no differences in total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides compared to the controls,» Metz said.

Other genes relevant for regulating blood cholesterol levels are well - expressed in enhanced hiPS - HEP cells, e.g., apolipoprotein B (a VLDL), apolipoprotein A1 (an HDL), PCSK9, sterol regulatory element - binding proteins 1 and 2 (SREBP - 1 and -2), and lipoprotein lipase (LPL), which hydrolyzes triglycerides in lipoproteins into free fatty acids and glycerol.

Also, research studies demonstrate that when you switch out carbs for any kind of fat, the result is a decrease of triglyceride levels in your blood and a boost in HDL cholesterol (which is the good one).

Because it's not easily digested, it moves slowly through your digestive system burning more fat, stoking the hormones that make you feel full, maintaining your insulin in good working order and keeping blood sugar and cholesterol levels down.

There are many types of fibre in plant foods and they all have different roles in the body — from fuelling the good bacteria, to keeping us regular and controlling both blood glucose and cholesterol levels.

Preliminary animal studies suggest that dandelion may help normalize blood sugar levels and lower total cholesterol and triglycerides while raising HDL (good) cholesterol in diabetic mice.

Among its purported benefits, the antioxidant resveratrol in red wine can increase HDL levels (your so - called good cholesterol), decrease platelet aggregation, and improve blood vessel function, decreasing your risk for cardiovascular disease.

All in all, science has proved that regular garlic consumption can help you prevent or fight atherosclerosis, heart attacks, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure levels, weak immunity, fungal infections and osteoarthritis, as well as alleviate the symptoms of colds and flus.

«Adipose tissue [fat in the stomach] along with fat below the skin has been associated with abnormalities, including high triglyceride levels, low HDL levels [good cholesterol], high blood pressure and greater risk of diabetes,» said Dr. Gregg Fonarow.

More specifically, this mixture works incredibly well for treating pain in the joints, acid reflux, high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, weight issues, low levels of energy, digestive issues and skin problems.

These «good fats» help reduce cholesterol levels in the blood, which lowers the risk of heart disease and stroke, while also assisting in the development and maintenance of healthy cells in the body.

Strength athletes» heart and blood vessels can take a couple of eggs for breakfast Eggs for breakfast have no negative effect on the cholesterol level, but may well have a positive effect on the concentration of triglycerides in the blood.

This type is great for controlling cholesterol levels as well as glucose levels in your blood.

Obesity as well as other risk factors linked to metabolic syndrome are also on the increase in younger people; over 70 % of teenagers in the study had 1 or more of the 5 metabolic syndrome risk factors, namely high blood levels of sugar and fat, high blood pressure, low good cholesterol levels and a large waistline (metabolic syndrome is classified as having 3 or more of the risk factors).

What's more a larger midsection in combination with an increased blood pressure, high triglyceride levels in your blood, low levels of good cholesterol and increasing blood sugar levels are symptoms of the so - called «Syndrome X», which appears when the stores of visceral fat are high.

Herbs can play a significant role in a treatment plan for, as they can be considered when nutrients such as magnesium, vitamin B and other trace minerals have failed to bring about complete recovery, or in other special situations, such as where an individual may have adverse reactions to the supplements.Let us briefly consider a few of the more well - known herbs, such as: Holy basil which has been found to reduce blood sugar levels in diabetics.Certain compounds in garlic can bring reduction in total cholesterol and blood pressure.Curcumin, in combination with other antioxidants in the turmeric, have anti-amyloid and anti-inflammatory properties, which are thought to be effective in delaying the onset of Alzheimer's disease.What is Fermentation?What is fermentation is a common question.

Well, as is explained in the video, from a statistical perspective a low cardiorespiratory fitness level is the health risk factor that most strongly predicts death, even when compared against other known risk factors like obesity, smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.

Low levels of physical activity in obese subjects are a better predictor of death than cholesterol levels, smoking status or blood pressure.

This results in the following seaweed health benefits: healthy hear, improved memory, clear skin, good eyesight, dental health, healthy thyroid function, improved immune system, prevents allergies and infections, lowers blood pressure, nurtures healthy heart vessels, normalizes cholesterol levels, support bon health, aids in waste movement and digestion.

It is also thought to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels as well as, burn off fatty materials and toxins in the blood.

A study of nearly 9,000 adults, published in the May 25, 2012 issue of Nutrition, Metabolism & Cardiovascular Diseases, found that people who ate slowly weighed less — and also had lower blood pressure, healthier blood sugar levels, and higher good HDL cholesterol.

Fats contained in whole plant foods are the best for you and both nuts and avocado have a beneficial effect on blood cholesterol levels.

Hi Jdevries, Lower cholesterol levels in your blood is a marker for good health unless associated with starvation.

There is also some alcohol in red wine that improves levels of good cholesterol and lowers your risk of developing blood clots in the arteries.

Restorative yoga poses help us learn to relax and rest deeply and completely, During deep relaxation, all the organ systems of the body are benefited, and a few of the measurable results of deep relaxation are the reduction of blood pressure, serum triglycerides and blood sugar levels in the blood, the increase of the «good cholesterol» levels, as well as improvement in digestion, fertility, elimination, the reduction of muscle tension, insomnia and generalized fatigue.

Eating just under a cup of mixed berries daily for eight weeks was associated with increased levels of «good» HDL cholesterol and lowered blood pressure, two positives when it comes to heart health, according to a study of 72 middle - age people published recently in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Soluble fiber works best when consuming higher quantities of water, since the water and soluble fiber work together in dissolving into a gel - like substance, helping to lower blood cholesterol, glucose levels and aiding in digestion.

Fried foods are high in fat and they may contain trans fats, which raise your bad cholesterol levels and lower levels of good cholesterol in your blood.

In one study of people with type 2 diabetes, just two teaspoons a day reduced blood sugar as much as 20 - 30 %, as well as lowering LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

Several studies also link regularly consuming beans and peas to lower blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels, as well as reductions in belly fat (14, 15, 16, 17).

In addition to lowering cholesterol, navy beans» high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal, making these beans an especially good choice for individuals with diabetes, insulin resistance or hypoglycemia.

It is well known that a high intake of saturated fat can increase levels of cholesterol in the blood (20), which is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

The Atkins diet is also low on fibers that help lowering the cholesterol level in your blood as well as being vital for your intestines.