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Newborn Screening and Routine Childhood Tests

April 04, 2024

Having a baby can be an exciting and overwhelming time in your life. Learn more about tests that are recommended and performed at birth and throughout childhood.

Which Cholesterol Medication Is Right for Me?

March 05, 2024

Nearly 40% of U.S. adults have high cholesterol. Many different medications can treat high cholesterol, so how do you know which one is right for you?

Do I Have Metabolic Disease? (And What to Do About it)

January 05, 2024

When our metabolism is compromised, metabolic diseases and metabolic syndrome can develop and may result in serious health consequences.

Chronic Health Conditions and Pregnancy

March 24, 2023

If you have chronic health conditions, such as advanced age, high blood pressure, or diabetes, you may wonder if you can have a healthy pregnancy.

Reducing Sugar to Control your Triglycerides and Cholesterol Levels

August 01, 2022

High cholesterol has traditionally been associated with total fat intake, but recent research shows that the culprit behind elevated cholesterol and triglycerides may be sugar.

Keeping Your Cholesterol Under Control

July 06, 2022

Cholesterol gives cells flexibility and structure. Too much of a good thing can be bad, and high cholesterol can combine with other substances in the blood and can increase your risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Heart Disease and Fiber: Foods to Eat to Increase Your Fiber

June 22, 2022

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Consuming enough fiber helps to reduce the risk of heart disease as it helps to pull low-density lipoprotein (LDL) out of the arteries.

Red Meat and Heart Disease

May 16, 2022

A 2021 study looking at the diet of more than 1.4 million people over 30 years found that those who ate more red meat had a higher incidence of heart disease. What does this research mean for you, your diet, and your heart health?

Why You Should Consider Incorporating Strength Training into Your Exercise Routine

March 11, 2022

To maximize the benefits of physical exercise, it is vital to incorporate strength training.

5 Ways to Lower Triglycerides

August 31, 2021

Just like high blood pressure and high cholesterol, high triglycerides increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Fortunately, making certain lifestyle changes may help you lower your triglycerides as well as your risk of heart disease.

7 Surprising and Simple Ways to Improve Heart Health

February 24, 2021

February is American Heart Month. American Heart Month aims to spread awareness through education and advocacy on how to maintain a healthy heart, reduce your risk for heart disease, and live a healthy lifestyle.

Heart Care Is Self-Care: How to Keep Your Heart Healthy

February 19, 2021

February is American Heart Month and a good time to start incorporating heart care into your self-care habits and routines. Learn what you can do to help keep your heart healthy and prevent heart disease.

How to Lower Your Risk of a Heart Attack

February 17, 2021

Over 800,000 Americans have a heart attack each year. This means that every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a heart attack. Knowing your risk factors can help lower your risk of having a heart attack.

What the Heart Wants (for Dinner)

February 11, 2021

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day by showing your heart some love, too. Here’s what your heart would eat for dinner if this hard-working romance machine could set the menu.

Managing Your Cholesterol During the Holidays

December 15, 2020

According to the CDC, almost 40% of adults in the United States have high cholesterol levels. Managing your cholesterol while maintaining holiday traditions is possible. Read on for ways to keep your cholesterol levels healthy during the holidays.

Should You Take an Omega-3 Supplement?

July 10, 2020

If your diet is low in fish, you may benefit from taking a daily fish oil supplement or another form of omega-3.

Do I Need a Statin?

April 30, 2020

Statins represent one of the most commonly prescribed medication categories in the U.S., but do you need to be taking one?

Saturated Fat: An Enemy of Type 2 Diabetes Control

April 01, 2019

When most people think of a diet that leads to poor diabetes control, they may think of a diet high in carbs and sugar. While those types of food do impact your blood sugars, consuming too many saturated fats can be an enemy against diabetes control,too.

Statin Medications and the Risk of Rhabdomyolysis

December 05, 2017

If your doctor has prescribed a statin medication to lower your cholesterol, you may have heard or read about the potential side effects of statin drugs, and their impact on liver function.

Benefits of a Low Carbohydrate High Fat Diet For Metabolic Syndrome

May 09, 2017

A Low Carbohydrate High Fat diet (defined as either less than 26% of total energy intake coming from carbohydrates or less than 130 grams of carbohydrates per day) may not be the best dietary choice for everyone. It has, however, been shown to be as safe and effective, if not more so, than High Carbohydrate Low Fat diets, for people with high cholesterol, diabetes, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.