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.
Magnesium and Type 2 Diabetes: The Overlooked Connection
Updated July 2026 Magnesium doesn't get nearly as much attention as cholesterol, blood pressure, or blood sugar. But research shows this mineral plays a surprisingly important role in type 2 diabetes, and it's one that's often overlooked. Why does magnesium...
Sep 27, 2025
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Sep 27, 2025
Magnesium and Type 2 Diabetes: The Overlooked Connection
Updated July 2026 Magnesium doesn't get nearly as much attention as cholesterol, blood pressure, or blood sugar. But research shows this mineral...
Sep 20, 2025
VIDEO: Q&A with Dr. Klodas
Dr. Klodas hosted a live webinar this week to answer your questions. Now, we’re making the recording available. Dr. Klodas covered a...
Sep 13, 2025
Understanding Cholesterol: What Everyone Gets Wrong
Updated July 2026 Few topics in medicine cause more confusion than cholesterol. Some people dismiss it as a myth. Others treat it...
Sep 6, 2025
Back to Health: Why Fall is the Perfect Time to Reset You...
The end of summer often feels like a blur. Vacations, family gatherings, and the sometimes stifling heat can make for easy justifications...
Aug 21, 2025
From Hit-Or-Miss to Heart-Healthy: Anne's Success Story
Anne had always been mindful of her health, staying active, eating well, and keeping an eye on her cholesterol levels. But after...
Aug 7, 2025
How Aaron Lowered His Cholesterol from 280 to 204 with St...
At 30, Aaron found out his total cholesterol had climbed to 280 - higher than he expected. With a family history of...
Aug 2, 2025
Menopause and Hormone Therapy: What Women Haven't Been Told
Updated July 2026 Menopause is defined as “the permanent cessation of menstruation due to the loss of ovarian function.” Pretty dry and...
Jul 26, 2025
Why Balance Might Be More Important for Health Than You T...
When we think about cardiovascular health, we often focus on cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and physical activity. But there’s another, often overlooked...
Jul 19, 2025
The Hidden Link Between Heart Health and Bone Strength
When we think about heart health, bones usually don’t come to mind. But growing research shows a powerful connection: the same choices...
Jul 12, 2025
Why Are More Young People Getting Colon Cancer?
You might be surprised that a cardiologist would have something to say about colon cancer. But we’re seeing a parallel - younger...
Jul 5, 2025
What You Need to Know About Medications and Sun Sensitivity
Summer is here, and with it comes the irresistible pull of outdoor activities, beach vacations, and backyard barbecues. But if you're taking...
Jun 28, 2025
Step One Foods Named Winner in 2025 Good Housekeeping Sna...
I'm thrilled to share some exciting news: Step One Foods has been named a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2025 Snack Awards! Our...
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