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Why has eating rice been such a problem for those who are trying to lose weight or are on a strict calorie restricting diet? Rice is not an enemy of the weight related goals that you are trying to achieve - inadequate knowledge about this food item is.

High cholesterol levels have become a common lifestyle problem. High cholesterol levels may lead to an obstruction of proper blood flow to the heart as well as other organs. It may lead to stroke, other cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure and so on. Though it can run in genes, lifestyle factors and one's diet have much to contribute in triggering the condition. Some of the recent medical studies indicate that high cholesterol may risk of breast cancer in women.

A high-energy breakfast and modest dinner can control dangerous blood sugar spikes all day, says a new Tel Aviv University study published in Diabetologia. More than 382 million people in the world suffer from diabetes, predominantly type-2 diabetes. For these people, blood sugar surges - glucose spikes after meals - can be life threatening, leading to cardiovascular complications.

A diet which is 70% vegetarian can reduce the risk of dying from heart disease by almost a fifth. Scientists from London's Imperial College followed nearly half a million people from 10 countries for about 12 years. The participants, aged 35 to 70, were asked to submit information about their food consumption, lifestyle and physical activity.

Week commencing 27/03/2015