Alternative Therapies in Women's Health Archives – August 1, 2005
August 1, 2005
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Flaxseed for Cholesterol Reduction
Director, Holistic Nursing Consultants, Port Angeles, WA Dr. Keegan reports no consultant, stockholder, speakers bureau, research, or other financial relationships with companies having ties to this field of study. Historically, flaxseed, purported to be one of the original medicines used by Hippocrates, has been highly regarded because of its healing properties. Flaxseed recently has gained attention in the area of cardiovascular disease primarily because it is the richest known source of both alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and the phytoestrogen lignan, as well as a good source of soluble fiber.1 -
Exercise and Stress Management Training on Markers of Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Ischemic Heart Disease
James Robert McCord Professor and Chair, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta. Dr. Berga is a consultant for Pfizer, Organon, and Women First, Inc., and is involved in research for Berlex and Health Decisions, Inc. Source: Blumenthal JA, et al. Effects of exercise and stress management training on markers of cardiovascular risk in patients with ischemic heart disease: A randomized controlled trial. JAMA 2005;293:1626-1634. -
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