Dr. Conrad Maulfair Reveals the Real Story About Cholesterol
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"Contrary to popular belief, cholesterol is not fat," says Dr. Conrad Maulfair, director of the Maulfair Medical Clinic in Topton, Pa. "Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is produced by the liver and also ingested through foods we eat. It often has fatty acids contained in it and therefore it is considered to be fat, but it is not fat in and of itself."
According to Dr. Maulfair, up to 80 percent of cholesterol is used to make cholic acid, which is essential in bile salts that are in turn necessary for digestion and absorption of fat from the diet.
Additionally, cholesterol is used to make the hormones progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone.
There is also a significant amount of cholesterol in the skin that helps the skin to resist water absorption and water evaporation. The presence of cholesterol in the skin also helps to decrease the penetration of toxic agents such as solvents.
According to Dr. Maulfair, "Perhaps one of the most important roles of cholesterol is in the formation and maintenance of cellular function through the integrity of cell membranes, as well as many of the membranes of the other structures within the cell - including the organelles that produce energy." He indicates that membrane integrity is essential for life, health, and the prevention of disease.
"Here is a substance that is, in fact, a health-enhancing life necessity but that is purported to be life threatening," says Dr. Maulfair.
"Cholesterol has gotten a bad rap. We are told that we eat too much cholesterol in our diet and that elevated levels in the blood cause hardening of the arteries that, in turn, cause heart attacks and strokes. Low fat diets are prescribed and if that isn't effective, cholesterol lowering drug therapy is prescribed."
Dr. Maulfair says that this philosophy has been touted for so long as scientific fact that it is accepted without question by the majority of physicians and patients, despite the fact that there are thousands and thousands of people who have low cholesterol levels in their blood and have blocked arteries all over their bodies, and those who have elevated cholesterol levels without any problems.
Dr. Maulfair notes the important distinction between LDL and HDL cholesterol.
"The LDL structure (fatty acids with protein) is the primary source of plague in hardening of the arteries. The HDL form of lipoprotein (protein with fat attached) is not the type of lipoprotein which contributes to plague build up and actually helps to lower the fat in the area by carrying it away from tissues."
According to Dr. Maulfair, LDL cholesterol in its natural form is not inherently bad, but that changes sometimes take place that alter its form. "The process that alters the natural LDL is called oxidation, and is caused by free radicals," says Dr. Maulfair.
"This damage can be prevented by utilizing anti- oxidants."
He concludes, "To summarize, LDL cholesterol/ fatty acid is normal in the body and has a function. When it becomes altered by free radical damage it is transformed into a detrimental form. The native or normal LDL can pass freely through tissues, such as the lining of arteries. The damaged LDL cannot and gets stuck in the artery wall. The scientific evidence of this has been known for years and continues to proliferate."
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Tips on Spotting Anorexia Symptoms
Anorexia is considered to be a serious illness that can even lead to death. Anorexia symptoms should be identified quickly in order to stop it from causing further damage to affected persons. Anorexia symptoms are usually easy to notice, as the disorder causes both physical and psychical changes. Once anorexia symptoms are confirmed, the patient needs to follow an appropriate treatment, involving therapy and a period of physical recovery.
The most important anorexia symptoms are dramatic changes in physical appearance caused by inappropriate eating (usually people who suffer from anorexia have a lower body weight than the average), obsession with body weight, calories, food and exercise, the refuse of eating normal amounts of food, irregular meals, attempts of replacing food with coffee, caffeine-based beverages and diet pills, unusual eating habits and rituals (playing with food, avoiding to swallow food or throwing it away).
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Red meat consumption doubles risk of colon cancer, says study; is it time to go vegetarian yet?
Copyright 2006 Truth Publishing
A current study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association shows a doubling of the risk of colon cancer for people who are heavy consumers of red meat. More specifically, it shows that the risk doubles compared to those who consume smaller quantities of red meat. But how does this compare to people who consume no red meat at all?
This is conjecture, but I'm willing to bet that heavy consumers of red meat probably have quadruple the risk (or more) of colon cancer compared to vegetarians or people who consume no red meat. By the way, you don't have to be a vegetarian to boycott red meat. You can still be a consumer of other sources of animal protein (fish, seafood, etc.) while avoiding red meat.
There are plenty of health reasons to avoid eating red meat, and a higher risk of colon cancer is just one of them.
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Flavor Spray Diet Announces all Flavor Sprays are Diabetic Friendly
New York, NY (ContentDesk) November 28, 2005 -- Award-winning chef, author, inventor, restaurateur and entrepreneur, David Burkes new line of Flavor Spray are diabetic friendly.
Flavor Spray, which was just named by Time Magazine as one of the Most Amazing Inventions of 2005, encompasses a collection of intense flavors that can be mixed with an array of everyday foods including poultry, seafood, beef, salads, vegetables, dairy and bread products.
The concentrated easy-to-use liquid sprays eliminate unwanted calories, carbohydrates, cholesterol and fats associated with toppings, gravies, dressings and sauces while still packing a distinct punch of flavor.
The Flavor Sprays contain no sugar/ no calories and provide flavors that most diets are missing.
By having zero calories per serving they can be used by any diabetic and anybody on any weight loss diet.The sprays are categorized into three taste-bud-tempting groups:
Classic, Exotic, and...
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The Greek Gods line is Heart HEALTHY!
Seattle, WA (ContentDesk) July 22, 2004 -- The Greek Gods brand of products has emerged into a full-service Mediterranean line consisting of authentic Greek style products. The Greek Gods line of Hummus and Tzatziki products are making HEART HEALTHY entrances into high quality, customer friendly grocers throughout the U.S.A. The Greek Gods are pleased to associate themselves with the findings from the latest heart healthy study conducted by Dr. Demosthenes B. Panagiotakos of Harokopio University in Athens.
The Greek Gods line is composed of items that maintain the many attributes found in foods considered to be a "Healthy Mediterranean Diet".By Merritt McKinney NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Some of the benefits of a Mediterranean-type diet -- rich in vegetables, fruits, legumes and olive oil and light on red meat -- may stem from the diet's effect on inflammation, new research suggests. In a study from Greece, markers of inflammation and blood clotting that are related to heart...
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Is your child fat?
Well, according to the latest statistics concerning child health fitness (and my own observance of people where I live), there's a pretty good chance that he/she is.
I can't wait to hear from everyone who tells me that they are predisposed to be fat, or they have the "fat gene" (whatever that is), or they inherited fatness from their great great grandmother's 4th cousin.
Well, I call BS.
Is it possible that you have to work a little harder to lose some weight??.sure.
Will some of you have to go that extra mile to accomplish you goals???absolutely.
Is there ANY reason at all, no matter what shape you're in, to not get started on an exercise and fitness program??..HECK NO!
There is always time, there is always a way to get you and your family in the shape that you need to be in.
Parents, if your child is fat???..guess what, it's partially you're fault.
Yep, I said it.
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To Diet or Not to Diet and the Right Answer
It's that time of the year again ? the sun is shining, our mood is rising and we want to throw away the layers of winter clothes and with them the extra kilos that have somehow managed to sneak in again?Suddenly we are all ears for the latest diet out there. This one WILL work for us. This time we are more determined, more worked up. So we start big, armed with books, tips, gym gear, calorie counting and panting our way to slimness. And we get tired and mentally exhausted -not so much from exercising or calorie counting but from having to think about food all the time.
Diets can become very obsessive, mentally and physically exhausting. But what is more ? they create havoc with our metabolism. The more we diet the less efficient our metabolism is so unless we plan to keep this diet for the rest of our life, then we are definitely going to regain our pre-diet weight and even some more?The other thing about diets is that they expect us all to be the same and react the same way to...
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New book release: "E-PIG-PHANY: A Health And Fitness Spiritual Awakening - From Chitlins to Prime Cut"
Henderson, NV (ContentDesk) May 7, 2006 -- Angelique was born and raised in Michigan.
She has a Bachelor's degree in Business from Eastern Michigan University.
She is not a dietician, personal trainer or health food nut.
Her love of food comes from her 20+ years experience in the restaurant business.
What she has accomplished through her common sense approach to weight loss is sure to be of interest to you.
She is convinced that one of her many purposes in life is to share her story.
This is a testimonial that is sure to get your attention. Angelique says, "She always wanted to start a diet when she was done having children, her relationship, job and finances were all well balanced, and when the stars and the moon were in perfect alignment and of course, it would have to be a Monday!"
That never happened but she started anyway.
The story is motivational and humorous with each chapter having a
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A Rose Pink Swarovski rhinestone covered mobile phone is now a girl's best friend as hot fashion and cool technology create a love child.Less than a month after US hip hop star and occasional actor Sean ?P Diddy' Combs announced that he was going into customised mobile phone design, English company Krystali can reveal that a Rose Pink Swarovski rhinestone covered mobile phone is now a girl's best friend. Their range of mobile phone customising kits allow the fashionable to ?bling their ring' with...
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Are gift baskets suitable for all occasions?
(ContentDesk) January 8 2004--Sending gift baskets online is becoming a rage. Its so easy! Just connect to the Internet, search for "gift baskets" and choose a merchant through whom you want to send your gift basket. You can select a gift basket from the range of samples provided, pay for it with your credit card and your gift basket is on its way.You can send a gift basket for almost any occasion like birthday, anniversary, Mother's day and Valentine's day. "We even offer theme gift baskets....
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Naks Mobile – Launch of Filipino Mobile Entertainment Service in the United States
Wilton, Conn. (ContentDesk via ContentDesk Direct) February 13, 2006 -- Next Ideas Inc. today announced the launch of Naks Mobile, the first mobile entertainment service for Filipinos living in the US. Naks Mobile publishes wireless entertainment content and applications, including ringtones, ringbacks, wallpapers, animated screen savers, games, music, infotainment, news and community services. Naks Mobile is tailored to meet the tastes and attitudes...
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