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Food Additives are Hardly New Food Additives have been with us for thousands of years, probably starting with the discovery that salted meat lasted longer. And they are not likely to go away, since Americans depend on an ever-wider variety of convenience foods that require additives. Some of these substances offer indisputable health benefits, but…
Facts and Benefits of Fiber Fiber is not a single substance. It is an enormous group of widely different chemical substances with varied physical properties. Fiber is divided into two basic types – soluble and insoluble. Foods differ in the type and amount of fiber they contain. But all types of fiber have two things…
Protein – Defined, Requirements, and Food Sources Much has been said about protein in our diets – that we need it (as of course we do), that athletes should load up on it, that not all proteins are created equal, that we eat too much protein and should therefore cut down our consumption of meat…
Dairy products such as skim or low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese can be beneficial for lowering cholesterol levels. These products are rich in calcium, which has been shown to help reduce the absorption of cholesterol in the gut. Additionally, they contain a type of fatty acid called conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) which may help lower…
When choosing what to eat for a Heart Healthy Diet look for high-quality lean protein, which is important for maintaining and repairing muscle tissue, and for maintaining healthy bones. Most of these also contain other important nutrients, such as iron, zinc, and B vitamins.To keep your blood cholesterol level low, choose only the leanest meats,…
You’re told by your physician you need to lower your cholesterol in order to live a healthier life. The blood tests you had done show the total cholesterol levels to be over 200. But what does that really mean and how do you get started towards reducing your cholesterol? To begin, cholesterol is a naturally…
Home Management of Your Family’s Health The physical examination of you and your family doesn’t have to begin in the doctor’s office. Some important observations can begin in the home. Checking your family’s health in the home will help your doctor and yourself by providing more accurate information, encourage awareness to each member of the…
What is a Stress Test An exercise stress test is one of several techniques used for uncovering cardiac problems. It is frequently used as a screening device for older people about to begin an exercise program; if the test indicates a heart disorder, an appropriate program can be designed. The procedure is usually done in…
There are two kidneys, each about four to five inches long and about six ounces in weight. They lie in the abdomen underneath the liver on the right and the spleen on the left. Each kidney contains about one million tiny filtering units, known as glomeruli, which remove waste material and excess water from the…
Know Your Weight and Body Fat Percentage Ordinary bathroom scales measure only one thing – weight. They can’t distinguish between pounds that come from fat and pounds that come from muscle. Body fat scales let you measure both weight and body fat percentage in the comfort of your home. In just seconds you’re looking at…