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A New Strategy for Protecting Your Heart
Guest blogger: David StouderVillage Green Apothecary Staff The "cholesterol theory of heart disease," or "cholesterol hypothesis," is the leading theory to explain the cause of atherosclerosis. The "cholesterol hypothesis" assumes that plasma (LDL) cholesterol is an important causal factor for atherosclerosis, a common condition that develops when a sticky substance called plaque builds up...
Post on Mon, Nov 28, 2022 by Village Green Nutrition Team
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The Many Surprising Benefits of Berberine
Berberine is a natural compound that is found in a variety of plants, such as goldenseal and barberry. It has a long history...
Post on Mon, Sep 12, 2022 by Paula Gallagher
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All About Eggs
Poached, well done or sunny-side up? As a nutritionist, eggs are an important tool in my basket. Egg whites are high in protein and contain, on average, just 17 calories per egg. This makes egg whites a great...
Post on Mon, May 02, 2022 by Teri Cochrane
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Breakfast Today: Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Oatmeal is the ultimate breakfast comfort food, but did you know that the oats in oatmeal are a proven superfood? Mighty oats are fiber-filled whole grains that have been shown to help
Post on Tue, Jan 18, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

Reduce Cholesterol with Plant Sterols
Plants contain compounds that are chemically similar to cholesterol, called plant sterols, which are part of plant cell membranes. The most abundant plant sterol or phytosterol is beta-sitosterol. Plant...
Post on Mon, Nov 29, 2021 by Paula Gallagher
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Stress May Contribute to High Cholesterol
We have recently made the connection in our practice between the stress hormone, epinephrine, and liver imbalance. Stress creates an increase in the fight or flight hormone epinephrine, also known as adrenaline. It gets us ready to handle stress by increasing heart rate and...
Post on Mon, Jan 13, 2020 by Teri Cochrane
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The Dangers of Industry-Influenced Dietary Guidelines
Cholesterol from eggs raises the risk of heart disease and early death, according to a new study in JAMA. The news shouldn’t come as a shock. Decades of research has shown the dangers of dietary cholesterol. So what made the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans...
Post on Tue, Apr 02, 2019 by Susan Levin, MS, RD, CSSD
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4 Important Numbers You Need to Know for a Healthy Heart
February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States and every year, one in four deaths is caused by heart disease. Fortunately, 80% of premature heart disease can be prevented through healthy habits. By simply being...
Post on Wed, Feb 06, 2019 by Paula Gallagher
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Niacin, No-Flush Niacin & Niacinamide - What's the Difference?
A question I get asked frequently is about niacin and what forms to take. It does seem confusing, especially when using the correct chemical names. Let's start with what niacin really is. The Composition of Niacin Niacin (nicotinic acid)...
Post on Wed, Jul 12, 2017 by Paula Gallagher
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The Benefits of Flaxseed
The health benefits of flaxseed are many. It is a great source of essential fatty acids, especially for vegetarians. The oil derived from the actual seed has a rich concentration of the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid. Flaxseed is also a fantastic source of lignans and fiber....
Post on Mon, Sep 14, 2015 by Paula Gallagher
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