Your cholesterol is more than just a number. When cholesterol levels are high, the threat of atherosclerosis (aka hardening of the arteries) can rear it’s ugly head. Why? LDL carries cholesterol to the tissues, where it is deposited as fat. HDL transports cholesterol to the liver for processing and excretion. In the arteries, cholesterol based [...]
Like microscopic banditos, the tiny fungi responsible for athlete’s foot discomfort hide out in some unsavory, hard-to-reach locales – the warm, moist layers of skin on your feet, your nails, and even your scalp. Once they have moved in, these fungal bad guys raise a ruckus in the form of itching, peeling, cracking skin. Evicting [...]
You probably know garlic is good for your cholesterol. And if you like garlic you wouldn’t even think of making your favourite recipes without it – this is a good thing because this pungent herb may also be good for your blood sugar. According to early research with animals, garlic may increase insulin secretion, which [...]
Not only the staple ingredient of many culinary dishes but garlic also has many health benefits. Here we look at the origins of garlic what are it’s key healing properties and what health benefits it can provide to you.
