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... and obesity in C57/BL mice. J Nutr 2009; 139: 919-925 22    Kang Q, Chen A. Curcumin suppresses expression of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) receptor, leading to the inhibition of LDL-induced activation of hepatic stellate cells. Br J Pharmacol 2009; 157: 1354-1367 23   Alwi I, Santoso ...

... belly fat. And a relatively large percentage of the saturated fat in cocoa gets converted to a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat that lowers LDL and raises HDL. And because both cocoa and coconut are plants, they're also rich in antioxidants.  TRANS-FATS There's no good news here! Man-made ...

... of zizyphus seed oil and zizyphus extract suggest that with prolonged feeding they can reduce serum triglycerides and cholesterol (mainly LDL), and reduce fatty degeneration of the liver (17). These properties have also been attributed to the triterpenes of ginseng and ganoderma. REFERENCES ...

... endocrine disrupters and major health hazards. We therefore assessed the effects of soy foods as a rich source of isoflavonoid phytoestrogens on LDL oxidation and sex hormone receptor activity. Thirty-one hyperlipidemic subjects underwent two 1-month low-fat metabolic diets in a randomized crossover ...

... suggest its potential as an anti-atherogenic agent. The progression of atherosclerotic lesions depends upon lipid peroxidation, especially that of LDL (low density lipoprotein; a carrier of cholesterol). At a dose of about 60 mg soy isoflavones per day for just two weeks, LDL develops considerable ...

... is in exercise's ability to improve heart health." Green Tea and Weight Green tea and its extract have been shown to fight obesity and lower LDL "bad" cholesterol -- two risk factors for heart disease and diabetes -- but in very limited studies.  One study in the Netherlands ...

... disease. But, as nearly everyone knows by now, trans fatty acids have proven even worse for health than saturated fat. In addition to raising your LDL " bad" cholesterol levels, trans fats -- like saturated fats -- also decrease your HDL "good" cholesterol" levels at the ...

... oil and palm oil Effect on levels of lipids in your blood Raises level of bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, also called LDL) if eaten too much Type of fat Trans unsaturated fats (also known as trans-fatty acids) Where it comes from Hard margarine and full-fat margarine, ...

... and skin health. The Benefits of Pistachios The researchers say antioxidants are of interest because oxidized low-density lipoproteins, known as LDL or “bad” cholesterol, have been implicated in inflammation and plaque buildup inside blood vessels. Antioxidants should prevent LDL ...

... The typical PCOS lipoprotein profile includes: · Elevated total cholesterol · Elevated triglycerides · Elevated low density lipoproteins (LDL) · Low high density lipoproteins (HDL) · Low apoprotein A-12 The culmination of these factors leads to a marked elevation in cardiovascular ...

... kombu consumption can be: resolution of coronary artery disease, healthier liver function, higher metabolic rate, faster food transit time, lower LDL cholesterol,, higher HDL cholesterol blood levels. If the thyroid hormones in kombu and Sargassum are available from food, this could turn out to ...

... 2.4 ounces, of nuts daily. This dietary practice resulted in an average 5.1% reduction in total cholesterol concentration, a 7.4% reduction in LDL or bad cholesterol, and an 8.3% reduction in the ratio of LDL to HDL (“good” cholesterol) levels. In addition, triglyceride measurements ...

... good measure of heart health to your meals. They're chock full of vitamin E, plant sterols, fiber, and heart-healthy fats. Almonds may help lower LDL cholesterol and reduce the risk of diabetes. Tip: Toast to enhance almonds' creamy, mild flavor. Edamame These green soybeans are moving beyond ...

... Experts recommend that men and women 40 years old and older should be routinely screened for lipid disorders. The lipoprotein profile includes: LDL (low density lipoprotein cholesterol, also called "bad" cholesterol) HDL (high density lipoprotein cholesterol, also called "good" ...

... to reduce blood cholesterol[31]. This belief has been backed up by scientific studies not only demonstrating experimental results of lowered LDL cholesterol in rats, but discovering specific mechanisms through which chemicals in Pu-erh tea inhibit the synthesis of cholesterol. Pu-erh tea ...