Heart Disease News, Articles & InformationThe latest news and information about heart disease, the biggest cause of death in the western world.Pectin, Found In Apples & Grapefruit, Lowers Cholesterol Levels- March 24, 2008 High levels of LDL cholesterol and a high ratio of LDL to HDL cholesterol are both considered to be strong risk factors for heart disease. Several studies have found that pectin, a complex carbohydrate found in many fruits, can lower LDL cholesterol levels and therefore improve heart health. In 1987, a group of scientists at the ...http://healthhubs.net/heartdisease/pectin-reduces-cholesterol-levels-heart-disease-risk/ Waist Size Predicts Heart Disease Risk Better Than BMI- March 8, 2008 According to several recent studies, both waist size and the waist to hip ratio may be better indicators of heart disease risk than the traditional Body Mass Index (BMI). The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends that people aim for a BMI of between 18.5 and 24.9 however most Americans have a BMI well above this range. ...http://healthhubs.net/heartdisease/waist-size-predicts-heart-disease-risk-better-than-bmi/ |