The Facts About Fat: How Fat Affects Cholesterol & Cardiovascular Disease
There were a lot of fads in the nineties, but one of the biggest was the fat-free diet (or a diet with the least amount of fat possible). By now, we all know that didn’t work. But do you know why? Fat is an important nutrient that helps the body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. It also provides our brains with a sense of satiety. How does any of this relate to cardiovascular disease? Research...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
How 'Bout Some Good Press for Cholesterol?
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Surprising new guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics suggest that children as young as eight should be started on cholesterol-lowering drugs. Not surprisingly, cholesterol has become one of the most popular topics of conversation in my office. Patients are worried about reaching that “magic number” on their lab test and are also concerned about the side effects of medications used to attain it. An abnormal cholesterol level is most often a symptom...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
The Trouble with Heart Disease
According to the Centers for Disease Control, heart disease and stroke are the first and third leading causes of death in the United States for both men and women. This equates to more than 35% of all deaths. It is estimated that more than 80 million Americans have one or more types of cardiovascular disease. The bottom line: 920,000 people will die of a have a heart attack this year and 780,000 will have a stroke. Do I have...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Exercise Guidelines for Seniors & Cancer Patients: Part 2
Aerobic exercise is exercise that rhythmically uses the large muscles of the legs and arms to elevate the heart rate within a certain range. Some examples of aerobic activity include brisk walking, jogging, swimming, bicycling, gardening, dancing, playing actively with children, and sexual activity. Recommendations for Aerobic Programs...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Exercise Guidelines for Seniors and Cancer Patients: Part 1
The medical literature has documented causal relationships between the benefits of exercise in cancer prevention and treatment and quality of life issues. Although specific dosages for exercise programs have yet to be established, some guidelines based on research in nonclinical populations offer clues. For example, detrimental effects on the immune systems in athletes suggest that cancer patients would benefit from exercise at moderate levels rather than intense. For nonclinical populations, the National Institute of Health (NIH) recommends a program...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
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