Category Archives: Almonds

Tree Nuts Lower Serum Lipid Levels

Posted on July 7, 2012 by Robert Barrington

There is a general misconception that high levels of serum cholesterol and triglycerides are the cause of cardiovascular disease. Evidence from nutritional research does show that high levels of low density lipoprotein (LDL), total cholesterol and triglycerides in some sub-groups … Continue reading →

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The Benefits of Nuts

Posted on January 15, 2012 by Robert Barrington

Many foods have been identified as having potentially benefits to cardiovascular health. Of particular interest to nutritionists are the metabolic changes induced by nut consumption. Epidemiological studies suggest that frequent nut consumption reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. Consumption of … Continue reading →

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Statins Versus Diet

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Robert Barrington

Statins are widely prescribed to lower cholesterol in large numbers of the general population because they have been shown in research to reduce LDL-cholesterol levels. Statins are a group of 3-hydroxy-3-methyl-glutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors. They can reduce serum cholesterol … Continue reading →

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Nut Antioxidants

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Robert Barrington

The health benefits of nuts are well reported in the scientific literature. In particular nuts have been shown to have beneficial effects on blood lipids and are associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Nuts may be beneficial because … Continue reading →

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