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	<title>Heart Healthy Tips - Lisa Nelson RD</title>
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	<description>How to Lower Cholesterol, Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure, and Best Weight Loss Plan</description>
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		<title>Is your granola bar a candy bar in disguise?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 18:34:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Heart Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[breakfast bar]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are all kinds of nutrition bars available, from energy bars, to protein bars, to weight control, to gluten free, to breakfast bars, and the list goes on. Unfortunately, many of these supposed “nutrition” bars are really just glorified candy bars. What to look for when selecting a nutrition bar: Sugar – Look at the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Almonds for a Healthy Heart</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:00:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Heart Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[almonds]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ldl cholesterol]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[nuts]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[In previous posts we’ve covered the health benefits of a couple different nuts: Heart-Smart Pistachios Walnuts Equal Healthier Blood Vessels Nuts are an excellent source of nutrients that provide heart health benefits, such as fiber, protein, and certain minerals. Let’s turn our attention to almonds. Almonds are a good source of monounsaturated fat. This is [...]]]></description>
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		<title>A Healthy Heart Equals a Healthy Mind</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:00:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Heart Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[alcohol]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[alcohol intake]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cognitive ability]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[exercise]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[healthy habits]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[heart healthy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[memory]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[memory loss]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[physical activity]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[smoking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[unhealthy habits]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/?p=3212</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[You’ve heard or read over and over that you have to eat right and exercise to keep your heart healthy. Well, not only do unhealthy habits impact your heart they also affect your brain. French researchers studied 5,123 men and women over a 17-year period of time. Participants with the greatest number of unhealthy behaviors [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Does flaxseed have to be ground?</title>
		<link>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/does-flaxseed-have-to-be-ground</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:00:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Heart Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[flax. omega 3]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[flaxseed]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ground flaxseed]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/?p=3208</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[I had an individual just send me the following message: I was just on your web site and was reading about Omega-3&#8242;s. I am a little confused. Does flaxseed have to be ground in order for it to work? Are gel capsules a waste of time and money? In case you are wondering too, here&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Ginkgo to Treat Peripheral Vascular Disease</title>
		<link>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/ginkgo-to-treat-peripheral-vascular-disease</link>
		<comments>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/ginkgo-to-treat-peripheral-vascular-disease#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Heart Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Ginkgo]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ginkgo biloba]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[heart attack]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[peripheral artery disease]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[stroke]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Ginkgo is an herbal extract available in supplement form. If comes from the leaves of the ginkgo tree and is believed to improve circulation and cognitive abilities. Some of the functions associated with Ginkgo include: Decreased platelet aggregation (blood clotting) Decreased inflammation Improved memory and brain function Improved circulation Mood Enhancement Increased serotonin receptors Increased [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tips to Add Flax to Your Diet</title>
		<link>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/tips-to-add-flax-to-your-diet</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Heart Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[diet]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[flax]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[flaxseed]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[lower cholestrol]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[omega 3]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Flax is an oilseed similar to canola and sunflower being oilseeds. Flaxseeds are derived from flax. Benefits of Adding Flax to Your Diet There are many benefits associated with adding flax to your diet, which are derived from a different part of the flaxseed. The heart healthy fat content, the fiber, and the lignan. Lignan’s [...]]]></description>
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		<title>New Warnings Added to Statin Drug Label by the FDA</title>
		<link>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/new-warnings-added-to-statin-drug-label-by-the-fda</link>
		<comments>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/new-warnings-added-to-statin-drug-label-by-the-fda#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:00:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Heart Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Lower Cholesterol]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[blood sugar]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cholesterol lowering medication]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[crestor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[lipitor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[memory loss]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[muscle pain]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[statin drugs]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[statin medication]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[statin side effects]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[zocor]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/?p=3192</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Do you take statin medication to keep your cholesterol levels within normal? A warning label is being added to statin medications, including Lipitor, Crestor, and Zocor. The warning is to make users aware that the medication may raise blood sugar levels and cause memory loss. This added warning was announced by the Food and Drug [...]]]></description>
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		<title>C-Reactive Protein Good Heart Attack Predictor</title>
		<link>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/c-reactive-protein-good-heart-attack-predictor</link>
		<comments>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/c-reactive-protein-good-heart-attack-predictor#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 06:00:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Heart Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Lower Cholesterol]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[c-reactive protein]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cholesterol]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[crp]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[heart attack]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Heart Disease]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[inflammation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ldl cholesterol]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ldl particles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[stroke]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/?p=2875</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[For quite awhile now, I’ve been encouraging you to look at more than just your standard cholesterol panel to assess your risk for heart disease. I’m going to share the findings of an expert panel that supports this need. In the Journal of Clinical Lipidology a panel of specialists concluded that patients considered at intermediate [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Should the government regulate choices that impact our health?</title>
		<link>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/should-the-government-regulate-choices-that-impact-our-health</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 08:00:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Heart Health]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[childhood vaccinations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Harris Poll]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[healthy living]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[legislation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[smoking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[smoking ban]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[soda tax]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[soft drinks]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[I was just reviewing the results of a The Harris Poll. The Harris Poll is administered by Harris Interactive. Harris Interactive is a leading custom market research firm that works with a variety of industries, including health care, technology, public affairs, energy, and telecommunications. The poll I reviewed is focused on how American’s feel about [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Weight Loss Pills: Do they work?</title>
		<link>http://www.lisanelsonrd.com/blog/weight-loss-pills-do-they-work</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:00:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lisa Nelson RD</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Lose Weight]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Lower Blood Pressure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[blood pressure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[diet pills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[high blood pressure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[weight loss pills]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[weight loss supplements]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[I’ve been asked many times about the safety of taking a weight loss supplement (i.e. diet pill) when living with high blood pressure or taking blood pressure medication. My answer doesn’t vary: “I do not recommend diet pills &#8211; whether you have high blood pressure or not. Many weight loss supplements contain &#8220;undeclared pharmaceutical ingredients&#8221;, [...]]]></description>
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