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Make that heart-friendly bowl of oatmeal even better for your cholesterol by mixing in some fresh berries instead of sugar. A study showed that too much added sugar in the diet (particularly added sugar) could contribute to high cholesterol levels. But trading sugar...

What kind of bean do you pile high on your tacos or burritos? For better cholesterol, try the mighty pinto bean – one of the top foods high in fiber. In a study, people who consumed half a cup of pinto beans every day lowered their total cholesterol by a whopping 8%...

If your doctor tells you your cholesterol is high it may not seem like a big deal, but high cholesterol is a main contributor to heart disease. Too much cholesterol can lead to plaque buildup in the arteries. That plaque can break off, cause clots to form, and...

Avocados, nuts, olives and seeds – even if you have high cholesterol, don’t give them up. In case you haven’t quite gotten the whole good-fats-versus-bad-fats thing down yet, unsaturated fats are your friends when it comes to lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) and raising...

There is no single definition for spirituality, nor is there a single way to practice it. Some experts describe it as a belief in something bigger than yourself. But spirituality means different things to different people and even those meanings can change over...

Looking for lunch ideas that are as easy to pack as they are to eat at home? Our partner in wellness, WW (Weight Watchers reimagined) has you covered. Check out these 10 high-protein, easy to pack lunches. From sandwiches to salads to soups, we’re sure you’ll find...

Many doctors, even those who are interested in nutrition and exercise, often view stress management techniques as being less important to good health. They know that nutrition is important: You have to eat every day, so what you consume becomes part...

What is a growth mindset? There are enviable individuals who acquire skills and knowledge effortlessly, others are more orderly and achievement-focused, and still others who exhibit unusual talents. While such positive traits are not evenly distributed, they are not...

Everyone wants to feel that they matter. They want to be heard and seen, and they want their feelings to be understood and accepted. Validation helps a person feel cared for and supported. Yet, too often a person can feel that their inner experiences are judged and...

Positive and supportive friendships are important to the health and wellbeing of adolescents. While friendships become increasingly influential during adolescence, young people’s relationships with their parents and other caring adults remain extremely important....