Heart Health & Cholesterol Resources
Articles from Dr. Elizabeth Klodas and the Step One Foods team — covering diet & nutrition, heart health, statins, and the science of food as medicine.
Small Resolutions Deliver Big Rewards
According to the Journal of Psychology, nearly two thirds of us will make a New Year’s resolution at some point in our lives. But whether we aspire to lose a few pounds, get more organized, get fit, eat better or...
Jan 3, 2015
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Jan 3, 2015
Small Resolutions Deliver Big Rewards
According to the Journal of Psychology, nearly two thirds of us will make a New Year’s resolution at some point in our...
Dec 12, 2014
Magnesium and Diabetes
Did you know that magnesium intake is linked to a lower risk of developing diabetes? Whether you’re starting out with a normal...
Dec 5, 2014
Got Beef?
When we think of dinner, we usually include a piece of beef or chicken. That’s because we value meat as a great...
Nov 23, 2014
Dr. Klodas Shares Her Tips for Surviving Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday, but many people struggle to balance healthful eating habits with frequently unhealthy food traditions. So how do...
Nov 7, 2014
Behold the Power of Food: Reverse Heart Disease
Is heart disease is reversible? The answer is a resounding yes. You can reverse blockages in heart arteries and, more importantly, dramatically...
Nov 1, 2014
Behold the Power of Food: Reverse Prostate Cancer
We know that eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, and whole/unprocessed grains can help lower cholesterol or even shrink...
Oct 10, 2014
How do Phytosterols Work?
Phytosterols are natural compounds found only in plant-based food. They block the absorption of cholesterol within the intestine. Taking in plenty of phytosterols...
Oct 3, 2014
The low-down on fats: Low fat vs. high fat
Most of us have heard of the Atkins diet. It shuns carbohydrates and promotes fats and proteins in unlimited quantities. Taken to...
Sep 26, 2014
Low Fat vs. Low Carb: The low-down on carbs
Recently, the news has been awash with headlines touting the superiority of low-carb diets over low-fat diets in reducing risk factors for...
Aug 14, 2014
Small Fruits With Big Benefits
Fruits provide nutrients vital for health and maintenance of your body. Because fruits and their essential nutrients are under consumed, we’ve added...
Jun 19, 2014
The impact of Omega-3 fatty acids on heart health
Omega 3 fatty acids round out our four building blocks of heart health, and they are just as vital as fiber, antioxidants...
Jun 11, 2014
Why Food is the Best Source of Antioxidants
If you’ve ever seen an ad for an “age-defying” skin cream, you’ve likely heard of antioxidants. But these protective compounds don’t just...
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