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“Omega 3 fatty acids are known to help reduce LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels, reduce triglyceride levels (fats from carbohydrate intake), increase HDL ("good") cholesterol levels, and generally are beneficial to help reduce risk of cardiovascular disease. The reason is because HDL helps carry LDL (which attaches to your arteries and can cause high blood pressure, clots, etc.) to the liver for disposal…” Read more… HERE....

“Cystic Fibrosis — a condition many people are unfamiliar with — is the most commonly inherited disease in the United States, affecting more than 30,000 people. In the U.S., one in every 3,700 people will be diagnosed each year. On the plus side, early detection and treatment means that the median age for survival has increased dramatically over the past decade from mid-early 20s to late 30s-40s. So what is CF?” Read more… HERE. ...

“Going vegetarian or vegan is a choice that can directly impact your nutritional status. Though these groups who share similar dietary restrictions usually aim for optimal health, there are a few things to keep in mind before venturing down that path.” Read more… HERE.

About the Book There is an old adage I learned as a child: "It’s as simple as a slice of bread." This saying is the basis of this plan. Because let’s face it - Diets are hard. If you ever wondered why it is so easy to start any other popular or "fad" diet and JUST as easy to come off, it’s because they are just that, a fad. Like any pop group boy band from the late 90’s, these things come and go. But your health is forever. So what do you do? When you start a "diet," motivation i...