Foods that are good—and bad—for your heart

If you’re trying to eat a heart-healthy diet, figuring out what to believe can be overwhelming. The advice we get on everything from eggs to olive oil is often confusing and maddeningly contradictory. Ironically, this growing confusion comes at a time when scientists who study nutrition know more than ever. Too often, though, we hear about only the latest study (which may be poorly designed) or ...

Does Fish Oil Lower Cholesterol Naturally?

Does fish oil lower cholesterol? Studies show a fish oil cholesterol link for how to lower cholesterol naturally. But how does fish oil lower cholesterol?

This Valentine's Day Add Soyfoods to Your Plate to Protect Your Heart

WASHINGTON, Feb. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Show your loved ones how much you really care by going heart-healthy with soyfoods.

Natural trans fat may not boost "bad" cholesterol

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The artificial trans fats that once abounded in processed foods have become notorious for their undesirable effects on cholesterol levels. But a small clinical trial suggests that natural trans fats may not do the same damage. When 61 healthy women followed a diet with a hefty dose of natural trans fats for four weeks, researchers found there were no changes in the ...

Magnesium-Rich Foods May Lower Stroke Risk

Title: Magnesium-Rich Foods May Lower Stroke Risk Category: Health News Created: 1/21/2012 11:01:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 1/23/2012