Nutrition & Wellness Blog: Expert Tips from a Dietitian

It isn’t the bean it’s the brew! Switching to a paper filter can help keep your LDL levels in check while keeping your morning ritual intact. Read our latest blog to find out why. The link between coffee and cholesterol depends entirely on your brewing method, not the coffee bean itself. Unfiltered coffee contains oily compounds that can raise LDL levels, but switching to paper-filtered methods provides a simple, heart-healthy solution. Coffee and Cholesterol: Does How You Br

Understanding your heart and metabolic health is key to living a longer, healthier life. Small changes in blood fats, blood sugar, and lifestyle habits can make a big difference in preventing heart disease, diabetes, and other related conditions. This simple Q&A guide answers common questions about cholesterol, blood sugar, diet, exercise, and testing, helping you take practical steps to protect your heart and metabolism. 1. What does “cardiometabolic health” mean? Cardiometa

Vitamin K2 is really good for your heart. It helps keep your arteries flexible and prevents calcium from building up in them, which can cause heart problems. When you have enough Vitamin K2, it activates a protein called MGP that stops calcium and other minerals from sticking to your artery walls. One cool thing about Vitamin K2 is that it stays in your body for a long time and helps with more than just your liver. Some studies with women who have gone through menopause show