by Brenda Watson | Jul 1, 2013 | General
One of the many detrimental effects of smoking is the harm it does to the arteries. When smoke enters the lungs, many of its harmful compounds enter the bloodstream damaging the arteries and leading to a condition known as endothelial dysfunction (dysfunction of the...
by lsmith | Mar 20, 2013 | General
Have you been given the advice to substitute vegetables oils high in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) for animal fats high in saturated fats? Sure you have—if you have been listening to worldwide dietary guidelines since the 1960s. The basis of this advice relates...
by Brenda Watson | Oct 10, 2011 | General
Renew You Challenge Let’s start this week off right! Weekly challenge (I mean opportunity!) to help set you off on the right foot and in the right direction for bringing health to your week. You could even add it to your calendar. Join us! The development of allergies...
by Brenda Watson | Oct 5, 2011 | General
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) 12 percent of children aged 2 to 19 years are obese—triple the number it was in 1980. This increase is attributed, in part, to the Standard American Diet (SAD), a poor diet high in refined carbohydrates, bad fats,...
by Brenda Watson | May 6, 2011 | General
The American Heart Association (AHA) released a scientific statement this week on triglycerides and cardiovascular disease. In the statement, certain lifestyle factors—diet and exercise—were considered with regard to their effects on lowering triglycerides. Almost...
