Answers to the most asked questions on nutrition for heart health It can be very confusing to sift through all the information on heart healthy eating and determine the best foods to eat to lower your blood cholesterol levels. Here is the scoop on some of the latest debates on nutrition for heart health and […]
Eggs in the Spotlight
Listen to my podcast where I will discuss a recent study by researchers from Western University in London where they examined the association between the number of egg yolks consumed per week and amount of plaque in the carotid artery, a risk factor for coronary artery disease. The researchers concluded that those at risk for […]
Top 5 Nutrition Tips to Avoid High Cholesterol
February 2017: the written content below has been updated to reflect new research relevant to this article. 1. Reduce your calorie intake if you are overweight While there are many lifestyle factors and nutrition changes you could make, perhaps the most important factor in improving your blood cholesterol levels is losing weight if you are […]
New research…more CHOCOLATE? less EGGS?
Sorting through the headlines. Should I eat more chocolate and less eggs? With the many studies out there it’s hard to know what to eat. I recently spoke with Doug Dirks with CBC’s The Homestretch about cocoa, egg yolks, and other foods being studied by researchers. Click here to listen to the interview.
How To Beat High Cholesterol With Your Diet
How To Beat High Cholesterol With Your Diet February 2017: the written content below has been updated to reflect new research relevant to this article. When Dave received the results from his annual medical checkup, he was surprised to learn that his blood cholesterol levels were high. His doctor wanted him to lose a few […]