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How to Have Sex in a Small Space Part 2
2008-05-26 05:27:00
Put down the toilet seat lid and clean it.Wipe the seat with sani-wipes if they are available, or use a wet paper towel with soap. Place paper towels or a sanitary toilet seat cover on top for extra protection. Be quiet and be quick. You will not have a lot of time before people are lining up to get into the restroom. Be ready for turbulence.The safest positions involve one partner sitting on the closed toilet seat. Then, in the event of bumpy air, neither partner will be to close to the ceiling, risking a concussion. If you do encounter turbulence, hold on. Brace yourself against the sink and do not try to stand up or move. Stay where you are and ride it out. Exit the lavatory together, feigning illness.It is illegal to have sex in an airplane bathroom -- so deny it in the unlikely event that you are asked. Tell the flight attendant or other passengers that one of you was ill and the other was offering assistance. Find a building with an older elevator.Many ol...
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Position Secrets for a Faster Orgasm Part 3
2008-05-26 05:09:00
By parting the vaginal lips and leaning forward to your partner's chest, you can bring your clitoris directly into contact with the base of the man's penis, and rubbing the exposed shaft of his penis against your clitoris may be all the direct stimulation of the clitoris you need to reach orgasm. Another option is to have your lover place his thumb on your clitoris and hold it firmly in place while you move up and down, but the position of his hand may feel somewhat awkward for you both. It seems that when men stimulate their partners, they don't do it very well. Maybe he feels awkward, embarrassed or resentful. I believe most simply do not share the same sense of rhythm as their women. And it is also objectionable because you've turned your response back over to him. For some women, changing from the missionary to the female-superior may be all that is necessary to achieve orgasm easier than you ever thought possible. Learning how to "ride" your man will make you a champion at ...
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Position Secrets for a Faster Orgasm Part 2
2008-05-26 05:08:00
In this position, you control the depth of penile penetration and the pace of thrusting. You manipulate the amount of friction and the speed. You have an infinite variety of movements. You can raise your body up and down, bend forward with your breasts touching his chest or slide your breasts back and forth. You can move your pelvis and abdomen sideways and in all directions to give different kinds of erotic pleasure. Lean forward to create friction between his pubic bone and your clitoris. Men may want to arch their backs and raise their pelvises to help create a connection between the clitoris and penis. Be a Champion at LovemakingTry all variations and see what stimulates you most. You will be very deeply penetrated, and the man's most sensitive area is buried deeply within your moist and warm vagina. Your partner can rest while enjoying exquisite sensations. When you have your orgasm, he can feel the rippling of your vaginal muscles much more intensely than in any other positio...
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Position Secrets for a Faster Orgasm Part 1
2008-05-26 05:04:00
When are you most likely to orgasm quickly? During solo sex. Why? Because you're in control. But who says you can't take charge of your orgasm during intercourse? In this excerpt from her book 5 Minutes to Orgasm Every Time You Make Love, author D. Claire Hutchins gives the play-by-play on exactly how to achieve orgasm at your pace--however you want it: After you and your partner have participated in foreplay, however much you want, and when you feel ready for sex, have your man lie on his back, his penis aroused and standing ready for you to straddle him. Don't be in too much of a hurry to get him inside of you. Take advantage of the opportunity to display your body; he will love watching you work. With him on his back and you on your knees, swing one leg over him and balance your weight on your knees. Then lean forward to take some of your weight on your hands. Take his penis in hand and rub your moist vaginal lips and clitoris against it. Tease the head of his penis by sliding...
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 10
2008-05-26 04:50:00
The Jasmine Of all the reader-submitted positions Cosmo's ever received, we crowned this move the most creative. We've named it The Jasmine, in honor of the inventive reader who sent it in. Erotic instructions: He lies back, his butt on the edge of the bed. Lower yourself onto his penis in reverse, your legs outside his. After you start bouncing, slowly bend toward the floor. Pleasure payoff for you: With your body leaning forward, your man's penis has easy access to your G-spot. The bouncing is softer than in-and-out moves. Pleasure payoff for him: The view of you and the deep, tight fit will electrify him from head to toe.
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 11
2008-05-26 04:50:00
Why Guys Want You on Top Real men talk about why they love it when you take control."It's usually easier for a girl to orgasm this way. There's nothing better than watching her climax and then have her collapse on top of me, with her heart pounding."?Luke, 29 "I love watching her curves in motion. When she's on her back, everything flattens out and I don't get to fully appreciate her body."?Matt, 26 "In missionary, I have to work hard at supporting my weight so I don't crush her, and I don't enjoy it as much. But when she's straddling me, I can savor every sensation."?Rob, 28 "This position shows that she's self-confident ? that's more arousing than most women understand and makes me want to do everything I can to please her."?JD, 22 "I feel like a fighter pilot because my hands are free, and everything I could possibly need or want to touch is right in front of me."?Willis, 27
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 9
2008-05-26 04:49:00
Celestial Cowgirl Erotic instructions: While your guy lies back, lower yourself facing his feet with your knees on either side of his torso. Then, lean back, forming an arch. Have him hold your hips to both support you and guide the thrusting. Pleasure payoff for you: You'll be piloting your pleasure trip by controlling the speed and depth of his thrusts. Another reason this trick rocks? Arching your back will angle his member so it rubs against your ultrasensitive G. Pleasure payoff for him: This sexy slant will allow him to take over the thrusting and gives him a chance to drive you wild as he touches your G-spot and nipples while kissing the back of your neck. And if you've got long hair, he'll love the feeling of it grazing his chest.
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 8
2008-05-26 04:49:00
Hip-to-Hip Hula Erotic instructions: Have your guy lie flat on his back, his legs extended and spread a bit. Facing him, position your body on top of his, your pelvises aligned and your legs extended outside of his. Once he's inside you, lean forward and put your body weight on your palms. Your guy holds your hips or butt, helping to support you and control your motions. Pleasure payoff for you: With the close alignment of your pelvic areas, your clitoris is in perfect position to rub against his pubic bone, producing superhot stimulation. Plus, because your torso presses against his, you won't feel quite so exposed. Pleasure payoff for him: By grabbing your hips and butt, he can pull you close to get really deep. And he'll feel every inch of you while getting a primo view of your pair.
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 7
2008-05-26 04:48:00
The Hot Seat Erotic instructions: Get your man to lie on his back, then lower yourself onto his lap with your legs perpendicular to his pelvis and guide his penis inside you. Place your hands behind you for support and move up and down his shaft (carefully, so you don't bend it and possibly hurt him), as he steadies you under your legs. Pleasure payoff for you: The pose lets you thrust deep, then pull back so that just the tip of his penis is inside you. It's a great move if your guy's on the small side or if you crave a tighter fit. Pleasure payoff for him: Every inch of your V will move up and down along his member ? making him feel like he's penetrating you for the first time with each new thrust. And with your legs close together, you'll feel really snug around his penis.
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 6
2008-05-26 04:48:00
The Racy Recline Erotic instructions: Your guy should be sitting up, with his weight on his palms and his legs stretched out and slightly spread. Facing him, sit between his legs and place his penis inside you. Lean back on your hands for balance, then lift your legs and rest your ankles on his shoulders. Putting a small pillow under your hips will help position you at just the right angle.Pleasure payoff for you: Unlike most female superior poses, you won't be taking him for a ride: Your guy will do most of the thrusting. Meanwhile, you can concentrate on how amazing his penis feels stroking your G-spot.Pleasure payoff for him: As he pumps and enjoys the action shot, he'll be able to see your face and take in all the bliss he's bringing you. And with your legs straddling his upper bod, he'll be completely surrounded by you...and love every minute of it.
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 4
2008-05-26 04:47:00
Back to the Rodeo Erotic instructions: He lies flat on his back. Hop on top of him facing his feet, guide his penis inside you, then carefully lower yourself all the way back so that you are lying on top of him. Extend your legs straight out and slightly apart. Pleasure payoff for you: Woman on top has a rep for not producing much body contact, but this position provides that carnal closeness that makes doing the deed so damn steamy. The action is slow and penetration shallow ? a major plus if your dude is well-endowed. It'll also allow his penis to tantalize the supercharged nerves of your lower V zone. Pleasure payoff for him: He'll love that he can touch your breasts and belly or manually stimulate you while nibbling your neck. You can show him exactly how you get yourself off by guiding his hand with yours ? a thrilling lesson most men crave.
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 5
2008-05-26 04:47:00
The Lusty Lotus Erotic instructions: Start with your man in a seated position. Face him and climb into his lap so you're straddling him, guiding his penis inside you. Wrap your legs around his waist while he crosses his legs Indian-style, then put your arms around his neck as he holds you under your hips. Rock back and forth for a long, sensual, big O buildup. Pleasure payoff for you: The slow rocking motion lets his penis glide over your G-spot ? the bliss button inside you that often gets missed when you bump and grind at top speed. Pleasure payoff for him: He'll love the feel of your breasts pressed into his chest as you sway your bodies in rhythm. You can also connect at the eyes and lips, taking your bond to a tantric passion plane.
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 3
2008-05-26 04:46:00
The Passionate Piston Erotic instructions: Have your man lie on his back. Lower your body onto his shaft by planting your feet firmly on the mattress or floor and putting your hands on his shoulders. (A wall or headboard will also work.) He can help steady you by placing his hands on either side of your hips. Using your legs for leverage, "piston" straight up and down his shaft as quickly as possible.Pleasure payoff for you: While you may not be able to piston like this for very long, the turbo-charged action kicks every sensation up a naughty notch and lets you alternate between ultradeep and more shallow motions. As the reader who created it says, your quads will get a good workout too.Pleasure payoff for him: The sight of your set jiggling and bouncing as your legs propel you up and down will drive him wild. This aggressive move is all about that amazing animalistic pleasure guys go gaga for.
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Pleasure-Maxing Sex Positions Part 2
2008-05-26 04:44:00
The Sit 'n' Spin Erotic instructions: With your guy flat on his back, face him, your knees on the floor or mattress, and lower yourself onto his penis. Have him put his hands on your thighs as you place yours on his torso. Gyrate your hips in a circle continuously in one direction, then switch directions.Pleasure payoff for you: This easy-to-do pose puts you in the driver's seat so you can control the speed and motion. Moving in circles like a belly dancer makes you feel extra seductive, and you'll get totally tingly with his shaft rubbing against your vaginal walls.Pleasure payoff for him: Besides the bodacious view of your breasts, he'll love the soft circling motions. And the unexpected twist in a new direction will keep him in a horny holding pattern, so he won't climax too quickly.
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Healthy Habits That Aren't Part 8
2008-05-25 02:52:00
Relying on sunscreen to save you from skin cancerWhy is this healthy habit a bust? Because you?re probably doing it wrong. According to Dr. Francesca Fusco, spokeswoman for the Skin Cancer Foundation, people tend to not use enough sunscreen or use it consistently or use it early enough in life; they also often aren?t using a sunscreen that?s truly effective. Some of her tips for proper use include: Putting sunscreen on over any medication but under makeup; using the equivalent of a shot glass or two to cover your whole body?even under clothes?and then waiting at least 30 minutes before you go outside; and always using a sunscreen that contains the ingredient mexoryl. That last one is a biggie. Sunscreens without mexoryl?which is, to say, most of them?only protect against UVB wavelengths of light. But UVA waves are dangerous as well?possibly more so, considering that they can damage your skin without causing sunburn, leaving you unaware of your risk.
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Healthy Habits That Aren't Part 7
2008-05-25 02:51:00
Buying ?all-natural? health productsCertain natural health products and supplements might have some value, but the label ?all-natural? doesn?t necessarily mean ?safe.? Don?t feel too bad if you?ve leapt to that conclusion, though. It?s such a common mistake that the Canadian National Health Network began an education program aimed at making sure consumers were aware of the risks inherent in natural health products. According to the CHN, some natural health products might be toxic if you take too much, others can trigger unexpected allergic reactions, and still others react badly with medically prescribed drugs or with individual health issues, like pregnancy or heart disease. And, while the CHN reviews and labels natural health products for safety, most of the ones in the U.S. haven?t been tested or proven effective. They can be sold as long as they don?t claim to be able to treat or cure a specific disease. The best thing to do, before you start taking any supplement or look into a...
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Healthy Habits That Aren't Part 6
2008-05-25 02:48:00
Drinking eight glasses of water a dayAdmit it, this is one healthy habit that?s a royal pain. Luckily, it?s also completely unnecessary. For some people, eight glasses a day might actually be far too much, leading to sodium deficiencies and potentially life-threatening water intoxication, caused by kidneys not being able to keep up the intake of liquids. In 2002, a kidney specialist tried, in vain, to find any scientific evidence supporting the eight-glasses-a-day myth. His report, published in the American Journal of Physiology, concluded that this standard health advice was complete and utter bunk that, like many urban legends, stemmed from a tiny grain of truth. Apparently, the dietary guidelines provided by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Research Council do say that humans need 1 milliliter of water for each calorie of food?adding up to about 10 cups a day. However, the same guidelines also say that we get most of this liquid from the water in solid food. There?s n...
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Healthy Habits That Aren't Part 5
2008-05-25 02:47:00
Taking antioxidant supplementsThey?re supposed to reduce your risk of cancer and heart disease and even diminish the effects of aging, but, if you take antioxidants as a pill or some other drug-like form, chances are they aren?t doing anything at all. The basic idea behind the hype is that antioxidants, chemicals found in fruits and vegetables, can help reduce damage to various parts of your body by balancing unstable chemicals known as free radicals. Without antioxidants, free radicals start trying to stabilize themselves?often by swiping molecules from your DNA, damaging it in the process. So far, so good. The free radical-fighting power of antioxidants has been demonstrated in the lab and people who eat plant-heavy diets are less likely to suffer from the diseases linked to free radicals. But, as Dr. Lisa Melton wrote in an article in the August 2006 issue of New Scientist magazine, many studies have shown that people who get their antioxidants from popular supplements receive n...
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Healthy Habits That Aren't Part 4
2008-05-25 02:46:00
Trusting your eyesight to carrotsIf you think these vegetables will improve your vision, think again. While carrots do contain vitamin A, which is a major player in keeping your eyes working properly, you really only need a small amount of it?and no matter how much vitamin A you consume, it?s not going to magically eliminate your need for glasses. In fact, if you eat too much vitamin A, you can end up with a toxic?although not usually fatal?reaction. The idea that more carrots means better vision might actually be a relic of a World War II-era military disinformation campaign. According to the online World Carrot Museum, British intelligence began spreading the myth during the blitz as a plausible explanation for why their fighter pilots were suddenly able to spot Nazi planes at night. In reality, the British had simply developed a better radar system and didn?t want the enemy to find out about it.
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Healthy Habits That Aren't Part 3
2008-05-25 02:44:00
Following a low-fat dietSignificantly cutting the fat in your diet is supposed to lead to weight loss, cancer prevention and a healthier heart. Turns out, those promises might just be empty intellectual calories. In 2006, the Women?s Health Initiative?a several-billion dollar, eight-year study of the effects of low-fat diets?finally came to an end. The results were shocking. Not only did the women who followed ?fat-free diets? show no decrease in cancer or heart disease rates compared to their fat-eating counterparts, but they also weren?t any skinnier. And, the researchers said, the study probably applied to men as well. If you follow the medical literature, however, there?ve been plenty of studies, dating back to the early 1990s, which show low-fat diets aren?t as effective as they?re made out to be. In fact, there?s even some evidence that the behaviors they inspire might be harmful. A 2007 study in the journal Human Reproduction found that women who carefully avoided full-fat da...
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Healthy Habits That Aren't Part 2
2008-05-25 02:42:00
Sitting up straightAccording to a study presented in 2006 at the annual conference for the Radiological Society of North America, so-called ?perfect? posture might actually be contributing to back pain. Go ahead, call your mom and gloat. But make sure you get your facts right. When this story first came out last November, many newspapers incorrectly reported that slouching was the better way to sit. The problem turned out to be a ?slanguage? barrier. In England, where the story was first reported, ?slouching? refers to reclining backward, which is, according to the study, a great way to relieve pressure on your lower back. Translated into American slang, however, the news reports gave many people the impression that hunching forward was healthy, when, in fact, it?s actually worse than sitting up straight.
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Healthy Habits That Aren't Part 1
2008-05-25 02:41:00
Using anti-bacterial soapYou may be tempted to take a biological jackhammer to every microbe that dare touch your family, but the fact is there?s a lot we don?t know about the long-term effects of common, household use of anti-bacterials. According to the Centers for Disease Control, these chemicals have been shown, in the lab, to kill off only weak bacteria?leaving the tougher ones to reproduce. That?s led many medical experts to worry that anti-bacterial soaps might be contributing to the rise of stronger bacteria, capable of fighting off our attempts to kill it. So far, this theory hasn?t been proved in a real-life setting. What has been proved, however, is that washing your hands with anti-bacterial soap isn?t anymore effective at preventing disease than hand washing with regular soap. First reported in a 2004 study, published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine, this discovery led a Food and Drug Administration Expert Advisory Council to announce the next year that there...
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Best Ways to Bump Up Your 'Good' Cholesterol Part 3
2008-05-25 02:37:00
Medication TherapyNiacin, which is also known as nicotinic acid or vitamin B3. This is by far our best therapy for raising HDL levels. Studies have shown increases of 20 percent to 35 percent. Unfortunately, every rose has its thorn, and niacin has a big one called side effects (flushing, racing heart, etc). We often prescribe low doses in the beginning to minimize these effects. (There is also a non-prescription form of niacin called hexanicotinate, which may be better tolerated but is nowhere near as effective). Fibrates, including fenofibrate and gemfibrozil. This category of medication has the potential to boost your HDL by up to 20 percent. Side effects may include upset stomach and diarrhea.Statins. These are better known for their remarkable ability to lower the harmful LDL cholesterol. However, certain drugs within this class (atorvastatin, rosuvastatin and simvastatin) can raise HDL by up to 15 percent.I am a big believer in taking charge of your health. Please know your HD...
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Best Ways to Bump Up Your 'Good' Cholesterol Part 2
2008-05-25 02:36:00
Cut back on simple carbohydrates. Cakes, cookies and highly processed cereals and breads are high-glycemic foods that can lower your HDL and raise the levels of another fat in your bloodstream, triglycerides.Drink alcohol in moderation, with a caveat! Alcohol should not be considered medicine?if you don't drink, don't start?but some studies have found mild alcohol consumption (one drink per day for women, two for men) can raise HDL by up to four points. Important caveat: Alcohol may be harmful to those with liver or addiction problems. In these cases, the risks certainly outweigh the benefits. Feast on cold-water fish. Eating salmon, mackerel or other fish from icy waters several times a week can have a very positive effect on your HDL levels. They contain omega-3 fatty acids, which may help to explain their health benefits.Add fiber. The soluble fiber found in fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains might boost your HDL.Avoid anabolic steroids. These decrease your HDL levels, in addi...
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Best Ways to Bump Up Your 'Good' Cholesterol Part 1
2008-05-25 02:36:00
HDL cholesterol (the good cholesterol) helps to prevent our arteries from becoming blocked due to LDL (the bad cholesterol). It does this by "hauling" away the excess cholesterol lining the walls of our blood vessels, then bringing it back to the liver for reprocessing. This in turn helps to keep our arteries clear from a sticky build-up. And, if your levels of HDL are high enough (a level of 40 and above in males, 50 and above in females), it can also decrease your risk for a heart attack. Raising HDL levels is important and I'll tell you why: For every one-point increase in HDL, there is a 3 percent decrease in a person's risk of suffering a fatal heart attack. There are two main ways to increase these levels: lifestyle modifications and medication therapy.Lifestyle ModificationsExercise. Just 20-30 minutes of aerobic exercise on most days of the week can jump-start your HDL in the right direction.Break the tobacco habit. Quitting smoking can raise your HDL levels by about four ...
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5 Foods that Feed Cholesterol Part 3
2008-05-25 02:33:00
Baked goodsMany manufacturers of packaged cookies and cakes have eliminated trans fats from their recipes, but check the nutrition labels to be sure. But all baked goods?even those that are homemade?are high in saturated fats, thanks to the butter and shortening. Since no one wants to give up dessert completely, eat high-fat baked goods only occasionally, opting more often for low-fat sweets like sorbets.
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5 Foods that Feed Cholesterol Part 2
2008-05-25 02:31:00
Processed meatsBacon, sausage, liverwurst and the like are also wonderful sources of artery-clogging saturated fat. Look for lower-fat options, like bacon and sausage made from turkey and other lean protein sources.Fast-food friesEven worse than saturated fats are the dreaded trans fats. ?You might as well take a gun and shoot yourself!? says Dorfman. The main source of trans fats are partially hydrogenated oils, and that?s exactly what most fast-food restaurants are still using to cook their fries. Trans fats hit cholesterol with a double whammy?in addition to raising your LDL, they simultaneously lower your HDL.Tropical oilsPalm kernel and coconut oils are two of the fattiest of oils?100 percent of the bad-for-you saturated variety. Don?t use them when you cook at home, and try to avoid them when you eat out (most fast-food restaurants have eliminated them, but you can check their Web sites for detailed nutritional information). Use heart-healthy mono- and polyunsaturated fats, li...
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5 Foods that Feed Cholesterol Part 1
2008-05-25 02:30:00
There?s no denying that a healthy diet is the first line of defense against rising cholesterol. ?If you eat a predominantly plant-based diet?with lots of fruits and vegetables plus some fish?you are on the right track to keeping your cholesterol at a healthy level,? says Lisa Dorfman, a registered dietitian and spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association. That said, certain so-called super-foods can actually help lower bad cholesterol and/or increase the good cholesterol. Ideally, you want to shoot for total cholesterol under 200, with LDL (the bad one) under 110 and HDL (the good one) greater than 35. Try to reduce?or better yet, eliminate?these bad-for-you foods from your repertoire: Whole-milk dairy productsSaturated fat, which clogs arteries and increases LDL levels, is the No. 1 cholesterol-boosting culprit. And foods like ice cream and cheese are where you?re likely to find them. Swap out the Ben & Jerry?s Chubby Hubby for a lower-fat frozen yogurt, and skip the bri...
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5 Foods That Fight Cholesterol Part 5
2008-05-25 02:28:00
SoySoybeans, soy nuts and edamame, plus any products made from soy (like tofu, soymilk, etc.) can help to reduce the production of new cholesterol. A little can go a long way?aim for about 25 grams of soy protein a day (the amount in a cup of edamame). And those who are at an increased risk of breast or prostate cancer may want to skip it since too much of soy?s phyto-estrogens can act similarly to the body?s own estrogen (which has been shown to feed some hormone-dependent tumors).
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5 Foods That Fight Cholesterol Part 4
2008-05-25 02:26:00
Red wineNot everything that?s good for you has to feel virtuous. A glass of red wine, which contains flavanols, has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties that may help lower cholesterol and stave off heart disease. But in this case, more is definitely not better. ?For women, the recommendation is one drink a day and for men it?s two,? says Bonci. More than that will, literally, dilute any potential benefits. These flavanols can also be found in red grape juice and dark cocoa.
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