Will An Apple A Day Keep The Doctor Away?

My husband was recently in the hospital and now that he is home, nurses come frequently to check on him. I have learned so much just from listening to them! You know the saying we have heard for years?

Did you know there have been several studies about the effectiveness of eating apples to control cholesterol levels? The University of Oxford reports in 2013 that “the 150 year old proverb, an apple a day keeps the doctor away, stands the test of time”. Their researchers concluded that eating an apple a day would prevent about 8500 deaths from heart attacks and strokes in adults over 50 (in the UK) in a year.

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Are You Taking Care Of Your Heart?

Want to lower your cholesterol and enhance your heart health? My cholesterol always ran slightly higher than normal, but my doctor was not concerned…until my heart attack.

This is based on my personal experience with Cholesterol Prescription Drugs!! Do they work? Absolutely….but at what cost? There are so many side effects from the prescription cholesterol drugs–statins!!

Mayo Clinic reports about statins  that  “they have been linked to muscle pain, digestive problems and mental fuzziness in some people and may rarely cause liver damage.” Mayo Clinic also says if you are currently on a statin (Cholesterol Drug), do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor.

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Lower Your Cholesterol Naturally and Easily

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There are two types of cholesterol in the body. The first, HDL, is good. The second, LDL, is linked to a higher risk of heart disease because it clogs and hardens arteries. Cholesterol is found in many animal-based foods like egg yolks and shrimp. To truly understand cholesterol and how it affects the body, you’ll want to study the subject further.

For now, there are some things you can do to prevent high cholesterol. Diet and exercise are key. So are the supplements you opt to take. If you don’t know much about controlling cholesterol, you’re not alone.

That’s why we’re addressing the subject today. It’s important because it’s something you need to know to remain healthy. A little knowledge and prevention can save your life. You’re off to a great start if you’re reading this now.

Here are some ways to lower your cholesterol naturally:

  • Eat a varied diet. The following foods are considered “helpers” when it comes to cholesterol. Eat your fill of pulses such as beans, lentils, peas, and chickpeas. Nosh on avocado, oats, and almonds, too. Sip green tea throughout the day instead of coffee and watch your cholesterol levels lower significantly.
  • Weight training and burst training are great for lowering LDL cholesterol. That’s because both boost the human growth hormone. Keep in shape by aiming to exercise several times a week for optimal health.
  • Take a supplement. Our all-natural Cholesterol Support supplement is safe to take daily. It helps support healthy cholesterol and immune system levels and contains ingredients such as Niacin, Plant Sterols, Cayenne herb powder, and Policosanol which help keep your cholesterol in check.

Take control of your cholesterol. Increase the good and eliminate the bad by following the tips listed above. You’ll be glad that you took the time to read this blog and visit our website. The more you know about your health, the better prepared you are to take good care of it.

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