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Asked for male, 29 years old from Jamshedpur
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Cholesterol is one of those terminologies that need a clear and fresh understanding, right from scratch. It is nothing but obvious and common for you to primarily know about the ill effects of cholesterol and what it does to your body; from increasing the risks of cardio-vascular diseases to adding to your waistline. However, it is time we all got a fresh perspective on what cholesterol is.
So, to start off, what is actually cholesterol?
It is a waxy substance produced by the l...more
So, to start off, what is actually cholesterol?
It is a waxy substance produced by the l...more
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For a long time, cholesterol in totality was seen as a bad thing for your body although the truth was a little more complicated than that. Cholesterol primarily is divided into two types, one of which can be categorized as bad cholesterol and the other as good cholesterol. Let's have an in-depth look at both categories.
LDL or Low Density Lipoprotein aka bad cholesterol - Cholesterol is a wax-like chemical which is found all over the body and it has important functions to perform. Chole...more
LDL or Low Density Lipoprotein aka bad cholesterol - Cholesterol is a wax-like chemical which is found all over the body and it has important functions to perform. Chole...more
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The name 'fast food' comes from the fact that it can be prepared and served in a jiffy and not mention, tastes delicious. Don't be fooled by the smell and the taste, they have such little to no nutritional value that they can hardly be called food. They are rich in calories, fat and sugar that lead to various kinds of health conditions. Popular junk foods include gums, sweets, carbonated drinks, desserts, fried foods; you probably love them now but after knowing their effects on your health you ...more
Asked for female, 30 years old from Bangalore
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You can do the following-- stop smoking (if you smoke). Smoking lowers your hdl, (“good”) cholesterol level. Change the way you eat. Low-fat, low-cholesterol eating benefits all your lipid levels.
Lose weight if necessary.
Maintain healthy lifestyle start exercising.
Nuts, such as almonds, pistachios, and walnuts, contain high amounts of unsaturated fat or “good” fats, which increase high-density lipoprotein (hdl) and lower low-density lipoprotein (ldl).
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Lose weight if necessary.
Maintain healthy lifestyle start exercising.
Nuts, such as almonds, pistachios, and walnuts, contain high amounts of unsaturated fat or “good” fats, which increase high-density lipoprotein (hdl) and lower low-density lipoprotein (ldl).
Also follow this
1. D...more
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Cholesterol is one of those terminologies that need a clear and fresh understanding, right from scratch. It is nothing but obvious and common for you to primarily know about the ill effects of cholesterol and what it does to your body; from increasing the risks of cardiovascular diseases to adding to your waistline. However, it is time we all got a fresh perspective on what cholesterol is.
So, to start off, what is actually cholesterol?
It is a waxy substance produced by the li...more
So, to start off, what is actually cholesterol?
It is a waxy substance produced by the li...more
Asked for male, 33 years old from Gurgaon
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If you are concerned about your heart s health, it is important for you to make some dietary modifications. Simple changes in your everyday diet may offer benefits, which help in preventing future heart problems. If you suffer from high blood pressure or high cholesterol or have atrial fibrillation.
Here are some tips regarding the best diet for protecting your heart:
Believe in the food hype: Having healthy meals is certainly beneficial and makes a big difference to your heart...more
Here are some tips regarding the best diet for protecting your heart:
Believe in the food hype: Having healthy meals is certainly beneficial and makes a big difference to your heart...more
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