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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…
Pilates For Getting In Shape?
There are so many workout programs in the market today. How do you know which one to choose to get the results you want? Let me tell you about one that has stood the test of time. Pilates. It is one of the most popular fitness programs around and for good reason. This technique was…
Learn MoreShould You be Worried About that Mole?
Skin… Rough. Dry. Smooth. Freckled… We’re usually not too worried about our skin until we see a mole. Moles are common. Most people have at least 10 and continue developing new ones until the age of 40. Moles are pink, tan or brown growths that occur when pigments cells, known as melanocytes, grow in a…
Learn MoreParalyzed by Fear and Anxiety
Fear is a perfectly normal and healthy emotion that is essential to your survival. It protects from danger and can even be helpful in certain situations if “used” wisely. Unfortunately, fear and anxiety, in overwhelming, sustained doses, can be absolutely paralyzing. These two emotions can hijack your thoughts, stress your soul and make you want…
Learn MoreThe Art Of Finding The Positive In The Negative
It’s November when this article is being published, a season of thanksgiving for many regions worldwide. Times are difficult for many people as they face financial and relational hardships. And with so much tension and unrest around the world and new fears and uncertainties facing us daily, it can be quite a struggle to be…
Learn MoreIs Stress Affecting Your Weight? How to Manage Your Mindset for Weight Loss
Globally, health experts agree that incidences of stress and obesity are rising. In the US, recent studies show that up to 1 in 5 adults often or always feel lonely, anxious, or depressed. Similarly, obesity is growing rampant, with two-thirds of all adults in the US qualifying as such. As it happens, the fact that…
Learn MoreThe Mental and Physical Connection of Gratitude
According to research, gratitude is a game-changer. How can something so easy and simple improve sleep, brighten mood, boost immunity, and reduce depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and disease? To say that gratitude is powerful is an understatement. The Mental Health Benefits Of Gratitude Gratitude improves mental health by instantly imparting a better outlook on life…
Learn MoreHow To Break-Free From Old Habits And Unlock Your Best Life!
Why does it seem so hard to kick procrastination to the curb for good? Beating procrastination is hard. We knuckle down, and things are great for a few days. But then we fall back into old habits or get frustrated with our lack of progress. Minor setbacks can be enough to derail us from working…
Learn MoreDid You Forget This?
2024 is nearly half over. If you’re actively crushing your goals, congratulations, you’re in the top 9% of goal achievers on the planet! But if you’re like most people… chances are when you read that question, it’s probably the first time you’ve thought about your New Year’s goals in a long time. Remember how motivated…
Learn MoreUnlocking Your True Self
We live in an age of overwhelm and overload. It’s easy to be paralyzed by choices and feel lost in confusion. The world has become loud, noisy, and increasingly more intrusive. Being true to ourselves has never been more challenging. Who are you? What do you stand for? What do you stand against? What do…
Learn More8 Ways To Prime Your Brain For Success
Our brains are the command center of our lives and are essential for the quality of our physical, emotional, and mental performance. Chronic stress, poor diet, smoking, and excess alcohol take a severe negative toll on our brain’s functionality. These habits also contribute to high blood pressure, cognitive decline, and dementia. But you can always…
Learn MoreDo You Need A Coach or A Mentor?
What do most of us do when taking a trip to somewhere we’ve never been? We find someone who’s been there and ask them about it because we want to make the most of our trip! If we put that much thought and effort into a trip, how much more should we be putting thought and effort…
Learn MorePoor Eyesight Can Lead to Poor Mental Health— Here’s What You Can Do
It has long been proven that the mind-body connection is real, with physical health influencing mental wellness and vice versa. So, besides making healthy lifestyle changes through diet and exercise, you can refer to a previous post about the science of happiness for strategies for boosting your mental health and overall quality of life. These…
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