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- by Sarah Achleithner
Issue 48: Must-know facts about cholesterol
Cholesterol has become an important health topic, and for good reason. It's estimated that almost 29 million Americans have elevated cholesterol levels, which can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and atherosclerosis. And with heart disease being the leading...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
How to reduce cholesterol with diet, based on your biomarkers
As we age, many health-related topics surrounding heart health and longevity move to the forefront of our minds. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for 1 out of every 4 deaths [32]. Lifestyle...
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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
Alpha-lipoic acid: What science says about health benefits, weight loss, and more.
If you’re looking for ways to improve your skin, reduce inflammation, and help with nerve damage, then alpha-lipoic acid may be your new nutritional BFF. Research suggests that this potent antioxidant can improve insulin resistance and possibly aid in weight...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
What blood biomarkers tell you about your personal nutrition needs
Biomarkers provide many important insights into your health and can tell you a lot about your nutritional status. Between uncovering nutrient deficiencies and predicting your risk of disease, blood biomarkers can help you uncover your specific dietary needs so you...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Issue 15: Why biomarkers matter
Digging into the numbers is our thing. We're constantly parsing data from clinical trials, evaluating dosing protocols, and analyzing biomarker results to deliver the best possible nutrition solutions for you. This edition is all about a specific set of numbers...
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The best science-backed strategies to reduce LDL cholesterol without medication
Cholesterol gets some negative publicity, but it’s not inherently “bad”. While high cholesterol is associated with heart attacks and strokes, your body also needs cholesterol for cell membranes, making hormones (such as estrogen, testosterone, and adrenal hormones), digestion and vitamin...
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- by Edwina Clark, MS, RD, CSSD
Issue 7: Cholesterol reduction
Elevated cholesterol is one of the most common issues among Elo members. And it's no surprise, really. Almost 29 million Americans have cholesterol levels above the normal range.And cholesterol isn't just about total cholesterol. LDL, HDL, VLDL, and triglycerides levels all fall...