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April 30, 2026

The Truth About Cholesterol

There’s so much confusion surrounding dietary cholesterol. Some people believe it’s harmful and should be avoided at all costs, while others believe it’s totally fine. Cholesterol is essential for good health. The liver actually produces cholesterol, which aids in the production of essential hormones, bile and vitamin D. So, why does cholesterol get such a bad rap if it’s necessary for good health? It’s Complicated! The cholesterol in your food is not the same as the cholesterol in your blood, which clogs your arteries. This simple fact alone is the reason for most of the confusion regarding dietary cholesterol. Additionally, there are actually two types of blood cholesterol: LDL & HDL. LDL is the bad cholesterol which causes plaque buildup on artery walls, which can result in a stroke or heart attack. HDL is the good cholesterol which actually has the ability to remove bad cholesterol from artery walls and then transports it to the liver where it is broken down. About one in three people are susceptible to the effects of dietary cholesterol on blood cholesterol. For these people, an increase in dietary cholesterol causes an increase in blood cholesterol. However, for the rest of us, trans fats and carbohydrates have a much bigger effect on the levels of cholesterol in the blood. Trial and error is still the only way to determine whether you are one of those whose blood cholesterol levels are affected by dietary cholesterol. For this reason, it’s a good idea to limit cholesterol in…

One of the most well-known personality tests is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). It’s a psychometric assessment designed to measure preferences in how a person perceives the world and makes decisions. The test is based on Carl Jung’s book Psychological Types published in 1921 A mother-daughter team did the original work for the Myers-Briggs Type…

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Personality testing strives to evaluate and describe certain aspects of our character that are supposed to be the underlying constructs that make us who we are. The idea is that by discovering our unique traits we will become more effective in our career, unlock our potential, and find a a life partner who is best…

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Have you ever felt like you needed to go find yourself? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, according to Google, hundreds of millions of people are interested in figuring out who they are. For decades, scientists and personal development professionals have used personality typing to help people discover insightful truths about themselves. Traits versus…

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Time doesn’t stop for anyone. Everyone ages. All the money in the world can’t buy another second of time. But that doesn’t mean you can’t control how well you age.  Here are five simple ways to age better.  Grip Strength Grip strength might not be an exciting topic but it’s related to multiple health and…

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The quality of your sleep affects your quality of life. Period. Sleep isn’t a luxury or a guilty pleasure. Your body, mind and soul require rest to be healthy and for you to be at your best. We spend up to a third of our life sleeping. During sleep, our brain is hard at work…

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Most people don’t like change…they resist it or fight it because they find comfort in the familiar – and change is anything but familiar. Whether we like it or not, change is happening all around us. Sometimes it’s the result of our choices or consequences. Sometimes it comes out of nowhere and smacks us up…

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Although there isn’t anything wrong with taking dietary supplements, it’s always best and healthiest to get our protein, vitamins, and other nutrients from whole foods instead of from powders and pills. B-12 The good news is that the body doesn’t need very much B-12. But, vegans can struggle with getting enough. A vitamin B-12 deficiency…

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Upgrading your beliefs, habits, standards, relationships, and goals are all forms of personal growth. Most people have something they want to improve about their life. Here are a few tips for figuring out where to start. Try not to be one of those people who say they’ll get around to it “someday.” Start Where You…

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Very few people like to feel vulnerable (capable of being emotionally wounded) or ask for help (feeling weak or incapable). But we all have limitations. And besides, there’s not a person on the planet who knows everything there is to know, right? So why should we ever feel weak, helpless or vulnerable when asking for…

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The heart is one of the most important vital organs of the body. So why don’t people take better care of it?  Heart disease is the leading cause of death in United States. About 647,000 Americans die from heart disease each year. Since taking care of your heart is important, here are five easy things…

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Your outlook determines what you believe to be true about yourself, life, and others. It’s your perception and reality, real or not. Your attitude can be a pathway to peace and inner calm or worry and chaos. An optimistic outlook is essential to enjoying a life of health, success, and happiness. Here are six ways…

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At the end of the day, it’s not about what life does to you, but what you do with your life today that matters. Although it’s impossible to predict everything that will happen to you on any given day, there are things you can to do create an outstanding day. As the old saying goes,…

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