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- by Sarah Achleithner
Issue 18: Matters of the heart
According to the CDC, 659,000 people die from heart disease each year, making this the leading cause of death in the United States. While medical conditions such as diabetes put people at a higher risk for heart disease, other key risk...
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- by Jennifer Brassil
What is nutritional genetics/genomics and is it right for you?
Nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics, also known as nutritional genomics and nutritional genetics, may seem like relatively new words and that’s because they are! Science has only just begun to understand the relationship between nutrition and genetics within the last decade. Should you...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
The best Apple Health metrics for runners
Technology can be an excellent tool for runners looking to improve performance, assess progress, and keep track of useful metrics. Apple Health is one of the most used apps for active individuals, but the vast amount of data available can...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Is calorie restriction the key to longevity?
One of the best ways to live a long and healthy life is to reduce your risk of developing chronic health conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Emerging evidence shows that caloric restriction may help prolong health span...
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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...