Roughly 34 million Americans today have cholesterol levels that could lead to heart problems; as fit and healthy as some might appear, if their total cholesterol is rising, so is their risk of heart disease. Talk to your doctor about checking your cholesterol levels with a blood test.
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Don’t overdo your drinking Moderation is the key in everything, so one drink daily for women and two for men may have some good effects on blood sugar. “But any
Get enough exercise Keith McCrae, M.D., an oncologist with Cleveland Clinic Cancer Institute, works long hours but fits in exercise six days a week. He loves road biking—25 to 30
As you get older, you might notice yellowish patches forming around your eyes. Those bumps are actually cholesterol deposits known as xanthelasma and could be a sign that your health
6. Add garlic to your meals Due to its powerful compounds, garlic is able to boost the immune system in order to fight against cancer. In fact, it may even
You suffer from neck or jaw pain Most people assume that chest pain is the first sign of heart trouble, but the reality is that heart symptoms can manifest in
Leaving depression unchecked This can be a serious risk factor of heart disease. Being depressed and stressed can have serious consequences for your heart. Your emotions can affect your heart
Coughing is a routine bodily function, but when it lasts for an extended time, it can get in the way of everyday life and be worrying. A chronic cough can
6. Bananas contain a great number of powerful antioxidants Since most fruits are excellent sources of antioxidants, bananas make no exception either. Bananas contain several types of powerful antioxidants, catechins
You Get Headaches When You Cut Back Just like the caffeine headaches you get when you skip your morning cup of coffee, cutting back on sugar can lead to headaches,
Turn to lemons Lemons contain citric acid, a naturally-occurring compound thought to aid digestion and soothe the stomach. Try adding freshly-squeezed lemon juice to water and sip throughout the day.
When mid-afternoon hunger strikes, the type of snack you reach for could determine how the rest of your day will go. Choose something sugary and full of refined carbs, and
6. You have a runny nose A runny nose is often associated with allergies, sinus infections and common colds, however, during these times of uncertainty, a runny nose can also
Consider Condensation There is nothing more relaxing after a long day at work that a hot bath or shower, and while you might love either, dust mites, mold and viruses
Suicide The most recent data shows that more than 6,000 veterans have taken their own lives every year between 2008 and 2017; the rate of suicide among veterans was 1.5
You’re getting more forgetful “So much of memory is based on what you hear. It’s hard to remember things when you can’t hear,” says Dr. Cherukuri. As you get older,
Eye cataracts, an eye condition that affects about one in six Americans past the age of 40, is one of the most common eye disorders in the world. Cataracts are
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