Take garlic to heart

Article Abstract:

A study of 42 high cholesterol patients suggests that a regular garlic intake may be effective in lowering low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Each subject in the study ingested daily 300 mg tablets of alliin, the active ingredient of garlic, and LDL cholesterol fell by 11 percent on average.

Blood cholesterol, Anticholesteremic agents, Garlic

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Fake and bake

Article Abstract:

The tans that devotees of tanning salons receive are potentially more harmful than those obtained through exposure to the sun, since indoor UV rays effect not merely skin pigment cells, but also blood vessels. Few tanning bed personnel are properly trained, according to a North Carolina study.

Ultraviolet radiation, Skin, Radiation effects, Skin, Effect of radiation on the, Suntan centers, Tanning salons

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A salty surprise

Article Abstract:

A new study of salt intake through diet indicates that as much as 77% of it may come from processed foods and is not added on during cooking or at the table. Using more discretion in your food choices is more important than controlling added salt in reducing overall intake.

Food, Production processes, Salt, Salt (Food), Sodium in the body, Sodium (Nutrient)

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