How to Increase “Good” Cholesterol


Lowering the level of “bad” cholesterol or LDL is usually a matter of concern for many older people and the patients with high risks of heart disease. But there is also “good” cholesterol or HDL to consider: high levels of it improve the work of inner organs, prevent blood vessels from clogging and reduce risks of many heart related problems.
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Understanding Cholesterol


Cholesterol was discovered in the very beginning of the 20th century, but its importance in the health of people’s bodies is widely proclaimed for only couple of last decades. Many products proudly stand 0% cholesterol on their labels, but what it does and whether it is really so bad, is an important question to study.

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Healthy Dieting with Fruits


Summer and fall are the times when gardens and orchards produce a lot of fruits, so, even if a person does not get them for free, these are the times when fruits are cheapest because they can be found in great amounts everywhere: stores, markets, farmer sales, etc. This is really a good time to think of a healthy diet made out of fruits.
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Weight Gain in College


College lifestyle and eating habits usually add weight to students especially in the first year. This is why “Freshman 15” phrase, which symbolizes the number of credit hours a full-time student takes during a semester, turned into the number of pounds gained by freshmen during their studies and partying.
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