Recently, Pfizer was reportedly granted by the European Union to produce chewable form of Lipitor, a cholesterol-lowering drug. The chewable Lipitor is for children who are 10 years old and over and have high levels of LDLs and triglycerides, supposedly an inherited disease or familial hypercholesterolemia. [1] In 2002, Pfizer won approval of using Lipitor [...]
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An Overview of Dieting for Health: The Principles
Witnessing the rising trends in obesity and diseases of both the US and global populations, epidemiological studies have found a significant relationship between the changes in the diet of the populations and the deterioration in their health during the past 50 to 60 years. Consequently, changing the individual’s dietary style is the top priority for [...]
Podcast Episode 1: Why Carbohydrates Can Kill
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Laughter On The Balanced Diet (2 of 2)
“A “balanced” diet should provide the macronutrients and other elements, which the body needs, but not the thing(s), from which the body becomes ill. Recent studies have found a positive link: Consuming carbohydrates, especially in excess. → Rising postprandial blood glucose level, especially a steep excursion after consuming carbohydrates high in both glycemic index and [...]
