Member Articles
By Lisa Nelson
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You want to be more physically active, but how do you find the time? And just how much activity do you have to do?The number one reason people are not…
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Not too long ago, I spoke to people eager to start working towards their New Year’s resolutions. This was the year they were going to lose…
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Are you getting all the benefits you can from your flaxseed?Flaxseed is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. Ome
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Did you know that every March since the 1970s we have been celebrating National Nutrition Month? For those in a healthcare profession, this is a time…
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My weakness is caffeine-free Diet Coke. For me, soda and popcorn go hand-in-hand. Well, even though I am drinking diet I have to remember I am not sitting…
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This seems to be an area of confusion for many people. Some swear by butter only and others opt for margarine. Who is right? It is time to clear up the…
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Did you come across a treadmill for a great discount price and decide, "I need to exercise more; I’m not going to find a better price, why…
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Losing weight is not easy, so when you see a headline like the one above you want to believe it can be done. Unfortunately, I am here to tell you it is…
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Unless you have been living under a rock, you have probably heard the term "fatty acids." But do you understand what they are and how the right…
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If you live with high blood pressure, you’re familiar with the side effects of anti-hypertensive medications. Fortunately, medications are not the…
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In my earlier article, “Get a Grip on Fatty Acids,” we discussed how the right ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids promotes lower cholesterol.…
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Do you have high cholesterol? Increase your fiber!Do you have high blood pressure? Increase your fiber!Are you overweight? Increase your fiber!What…
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Increasing the amount of omega-3 fats in our diet and decreasing the amount of omega-6 is beneficial in reducing your risk for heart disease. Most…
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You’ve heard it before and you’ll hear it again: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. There’s just no way around it. I frequently…
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I may have some good news for Starbucks lovers. Normally, the high sugar, high fat, high calorie beverage and menu items offered by Starbucks are reasons…
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Being overweight is linked to a 45 percent increased risk of developing heart disease. Shedding extra pounds is not easy, but by boosting your metabolism…
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Being overweight increases your heart disease risk. Increasing your metabolism by building muscle is one way to burn an extra 100 calories each day,…
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It’s very possible that, when your MD orders lab work, you have no idea what or why you’re hav
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Here’s a checklist of the top eight things you must do if you want to successfully lower your cholesterol and keep it low.1.) Know your numbers.…
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Let’s say you are trying to lose weight, but struggle to give up the treats you love. I want to give you some simple tips for modifying recipes…
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Finally, you want more of something instead of less! HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol is also known as the “good” cholesterol.…
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Too much sodium in your diet can contribute to high blood pressure and make your blood pressure treatment less effective. Sodium is a mineral that is…
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Do you struggle with extra fat around your midsection? Excess abdominal fat is not only visually unappealing to some, but it also increases your…
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I read some interesting research lately that I want to share, related to chicken and blood pressure. We know that blood pressure is a significant risk…
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Your risk of heart failure is increased by a variety of factors, such as coronary artery disease, obesity, diabetes, insulin resistance, and hypertension.…
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If you are trying to sort out everything regarding cholesterol and make an informed treatment decision that's best for your health, you may be feeling…
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If you have high blood pressure, your doctor has probably discussed with you sodium, potassium, and calcium as part of your treatment plan; however, the…
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