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Most of us like snack foods. Unfortunately all processed snacks are unhealthy. Any that are fried, refined, and sugary will have unwanted effects on your cholesterol metabolism. But there are some that are downright healthy. Many nuts and seeds contain large amounts of plant compounds called phytosterols. These can reduce cholesterol and improve the health … Read more

Many Second Opinion subscribers suffer from macular degeneration. This is one disease that is far easier to prevent than treat. New information suggests that you can reduce your risk of early onset of this condition by up to 40% just by eating omega-3 rich fish! The findings suggest that just one serving per week accomplishes … Read more

An inexpensive blood test could significantly add to your doctors ability to evaluate you for both current and future heart disease. The test is called a BNP test and it can greatly increase your ability to avoid a heart attack. When your heart is under stress, your heart releases a small protein called B-natriuretic peptide … Read more

I’ve sure appreciated the notes from many of you who have found the DMSO drops helpful in reversing cataracts. While most of the cases I’ve seen do not completely resolve the problem, they oftentimes do away with the need for surgery. Any time you can avoid surgery, is a success in my book. And it … Read more

Calcium channel blockers and beta-blockers are two of the most popular classes of heart drugs on the market. But if you suffer from atrial fibrillation, there is a drug that is been around for decades that is far better than either of these new types of drugs. Atrial fibrillation is a condition in which your … Read more