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The Grapefruit Effect and Your Drugs
Many people taking medications have learned to be leery of grapefruit and its juice—which is too bad, since grapefruit is not only delicious, but also heart-healthy and nutritious. Here's what you need to know.
Wellness Report
Controlling Your Cholesterol
All the important advances in cholesterol research that you need to know about are collected -- and condensed -- in a just-published report from the University of California, Berkeley Wellness Letter
Healthy Heart Alerts
What To Do About High Triglycerides
September 7, 2010
If you have high cholesterol, there are clear steps you should take to lower it. But what should you do if your triglycerides are also elevated?
Trans Fats: Natural Versus Artificial
August 17, 2010
Artificial trans fats—used in margarines, baked goods, and other processed foods—have known health risks. But what about the trans fats found naturally in small amounts in the fat of dairy and meat products? Are they a risk, too?
Potassium Power
July 27, 2010
If sodium is the bad guy when it comes to hypertension, then potassium is the good guy. So a good strategy for lowering blood pressure is to not only reduce sodium but to increase potassium.
The Scoop on Psyllium
July 6, 2010
Many people take psyllium as a fiber supplement and laxative. But it has other benefits, too—notably a cholesterol-lowering effect.
Sodium Shakedown
June 15, 2010
Salt substitutes are a good option if you’re trying to cut back on sodium. But they are not for everyone, so it is essential that you talk to your doctor before using one.