Does Vitamin D Affect Heart Health?
Why was this study done? From many population-based studies, there appears to be a relationship between vitamin D status and cardiovascular disease. This study was designed to help further the…
Soy Protein and Heart Health
Why was this study done? The importance of maintaining optimum plasma lipid (HDL, LDL, total cholesterol) concentrations is well established. This study was designed to help understand the effects of…
Finding the Best Combination of Fiber for Heart Health
Why was this study done? The cholesterol-lowering ability of fiber has been well established, but making a fiber supplement palatable can be difficult. This study was designed to investigate a…
Cracking the Seed Oil Code: What You Should Know
…on blood levels of inflammatory markers [4]. Heart Health Scientists found that higher levels of linoleic and arachidonic acid levels are not associated with a higher risk of heart disease…
The Stresses of Motherhood
…lipids (i.e. cholesterol, triglycerides), all of which can increase your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Remember that heart disease is the number one killer of women. If…
Why Should You Care About Diabetes?
…healthfully and control your calorie intake to keep your weight in a healthy range. Over the course of years, people who continually have elevated blood glucose levels because they don’t…
Astaxanthin
…antioxidant, astaxanthin has been tested and used for many diseases including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, cardiovascular disease (heart disease, stroke), eye health (macular degeneration) and as a cancer preventative. It…
Vitamin E
…blood vessels (vasodilation), which is good for heart health.10 Cautions The recommended maximum level (Tolerable Upper Level) of Vitamin E (d-Alpha Tocopherol) per day is 1,500 IU (1,000 mg)11. Excessive…
The Power of Protein
…as play a role in the prevention of chronic diseases such as heart disease, certain types of cancer, and osteoporosis. Weight Management: Studies have shown that achieving a healthy weight…
Vitamin K1 vs. K2
…during absorption and also appears in low amounts in legumes or fermented soybeans.2‐4 All types of Vitamin K provide benefits on blood coagulation, bone health, and cardiovascular health.2 However, K1…