Aug 10, 2010

By Willow Jarosh, R.D., and Stephanie Clarke, R.D.

Q: What are the benefits of omega-3s and what's the best way to get them?

A: Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat, and the major benefits are that these essential fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA (...

Aug 3, 2010

Get ready to say good-bye to cholesterol confusion:

Q: What are plant sterols and why do I need them?
A: Plant sterols are natural compounds that can help block the absorption of dietary cholesterol, helping to maintain the normal levels in the blood. They’re found...

Aug 2, 2010

Cholesterol

By S. Johanna Robledo Wade

What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a type of steroid that circulates in the blood (and it is also part of some fats...