Tag: Heart Disease

High level of cholesterol or triglycerides is a risk factor for the development of heart disease. One way of lowering high triglyceride levels is by taking steps to avoid prolonged sitting or an inactive lifestyle. According to an article in Berkeley Wellness, a study from New Zealand in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology suggests that sitting with brief… More

Creating a better balance between work and personal responsibilities is crucial in today’s world where the boundaries between our personal and professional lives seem to overlap. Work-life conflict has been linked with many physical and mental health problems. Excessive strain can result in burnout. Tweeting throughout dinner, checking email in bed, and taking work calls …More

Sitting for long hours in the workplace, when watching television, or in a car can have dangerous health consequences and even prove life-threatening. Many studies have pointed out the dangers of prolonged sitting, indicating that inactivity is linked to a significantly higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, cancer and depression, as well as muscle …More

There are foods that can trigger or worsen certain ailments. The positive impact of a Mediterranean diet on heart, brain and overall health is no secret. The traditional Mediterranean diet incorporates fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts, olive oil, fish and poultry, and herbs and spices (instead of salt to flavor foods). It …More

With the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, the stress is on getting proper nutrition to ward off health problems. You don’t have to make a big effort to find great health foods. Some common, natural foods come with surprising health benefits, helping to stave off disease and providing a cure for many ailments. Let’s take … More