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Seasons affect cholesterol

Viliyana FIlipova — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:03:42 +0000

The Cholesterol level increases and decreases in winter in summer, suggesting the possibility of modifying any necessary treatment, say experts from the Cleveland Clinic following a study which recruited 517 men and women aged 20 to 70 years of age. Doctors say that women and patients with cholesterol levels above normal are more subject to seasonal changes. These data provide an explanation of all is to reduce cholesterol levels through diet and exercise, why cholesterol does not diminish in winter. Entirely possible reason, according to U.S. researchers for reducing cholesterol levels in the summer is to increase the volume of circulating blood, which occurred in the warm weather. Physical activity and reducing the mass of the body are capable of reducing cholesterol levels, namely in winter most people tend to increase weight, which is associated with a sedentary lifestyle. Studies show an average winter increase the level of cholesterol by 4 mg for men and with 5,4 mg for women. Seasonal fluctuations in the level of 11 mg for men and 18 mg for women have been found in patients with initially high levels of cholesterol – more than 240 mg.
The next phase of its investigation specialists will carry out further research to explain the more pronounced fluctuations of cholesterol in women. They recommend that doctors before each treatment to measure cholesterol levels in several times to reduce the likelihood of error.

The cholesterol may hurt thin people too

Viliyana FIlipova — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 20:23:18 +0000

Increased total cholesterol always mean “bad cholesterol”. The cholesterol is an important component involved in the structure of our cells and the production of important hormones in the body. It is transported with the aid of special molecules called lipoproteins. The lipoproteins’ low density (LDL) contain more cholesterol and less protein. To be “exempt” from the overload, they carry cholesterol load p on the walls of the vessels. Form is called. Ateromatozni plaques that narrow and can completely clog the vessel lumen. Popular with the name “bad” cholesterol. The lipoproteins’ high density (HDL) contain more protein and less cholesterol. They derive “cholesterol from the walls of the vessels and carry it to the liver for processing and removal from the body. Holesterolat Therefore, HDL is known by the name of” good “.
Increased when cholesterol is hereditary, not how to deal with it. Increased level of cholesterol may be due to a familial predisposition, as in about 3 percent of the people. Usually they the cholesterol is high from an early age and not influenced by diet. In these cases, experts recommend taking lipido-decreasing equipment (extra), drugs that are written and adopted under medical supervision.
Taking about lipido-decreasing facility may be terminated immediately after normalization of cholesterol levels. The levels may be reduced, but if you stop taking the medicine the cholesterol, especially “bad” from the new will be increased. For any change in their treatment should consult your own doctor.
If you do not take fat the cholesterol will normalize. Healthy diet is essential but must be followed for a long time to give good results. Taking more fiber (fruits, vegetables, whole foods) and low-fat food is part of it. Compliance with the diet is the first step to lowering cholesterol, but there are other ‘factors that influence. level in the blood – lifestyle, heredity. Besides diet is often necessary to change. in physical activity – exercise helps to increase HDL, and for burning excess fat.
The Eggs and dairy products are full of cholesterol and should not be consumed. Even people with high cholesterol can consume these foods, but moderate. One of the best products of living nature are eggs. They contain a complex of protein with balanced amino acids composition, fat with high biological value, vitamins and minerals, all with very good absorption by the body.

Sunflower prevent versus high blood preasure

Viliyana FIlipova — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 19:08:07 +0000

Eat nuts five times a week, experts advise. Sunflower reduced levels of “bad” cholesterol and is recommended for high blood pressure. These studies show Intersnak Bulgaria, producer of branded nuts “Chi-pi. In the sunflower seeds come mainly unsaturated fatty acids – linolova (50-65%) and oleic (25-40%). They lead to the formation of so-called. “good” cholesterol, which are extremely useful in cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure. When high cholesterol is recommended even walnuts and almonds, pumpkin seeds, cereals, fish, fruit and vegetables. Sunflower seeds are rich in magnesium. It activates enzymes that help the body use energy from food. Assists controlling blood pressure, regulation of body temperature and acid-alkaline balance. As a source of vitamin B sunflower is far more valuable than even some fishery resources. The presence of vitamin D makes it a great preventative against many diseases, including cancer. Protein of sunflower seeds have a high biological value, it is a source of other valuable nutrients. Milling and easily absorbed by the body.
Sunflower seeds and nuts should be stored in a cool and dry place to preserve its beneficial properties and do not emit harmful organism aflatoxins. It is best to have these products in opaque packaging, but after opening them to keep in the refrigerator or freezer.