High cholesterol and high blood pressure are a bad combination

Dealing with high blood pressure is all about the management of risk. A high blood pressure alone will put you at risk for a stroke or a heart attack. Add in a high cholesterol and you really are asking for trouble! Throw in a high blood sugar for good measure and a few cigarettes too - you'll almost be able to hear the timebomb ticking inside you.

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Lower cholesterol - why is it important?
This is a good overview article looking at the reasons behind trying to lower your cholesterol level. It covers issues such as cholesterol blood tests, good and bad cholesterol and simple strategies you can do to lower your risk profile

Can eating nuts lower cholesterol?
Dieticians know that nuts are a great source of nutrients and protective enzymes and vitamins. Just a small handful of nuts every day will protect your heart and has far reaching benefits on health. Nuts have high levels of omega 3 fatty acids - very important for the health of your heart and your nervous system

Prevent a Heart Attack
Five simple steps to avoid a heart attack and reduce your risk of cardiac or blood vessel disease

At risk of a heart attack
An ultrasound scan on the carotid arteries, the small blood vessels that run along either side of your neck can give insight into the health of your whole vascular system - and may predict your risk of a heart attack or stroke

Omega Benefits
What are the omega benefits? How do omega fatty acids benefit your heart health? Read more about omega fatty acids here ...

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