by BeWell Penn State Health | Sep 28, 2022 | Topics
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...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Sep 21, 2022 | Topics
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%...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Sep 14, 2022 | Topics
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...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Sep 7, 2022 | Topics
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...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Aug 31, 2022 | Topics
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...
by BeWell Penn State Health | Aug 24, 2022 | Topics
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...
