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The Transfer of Trans Fats - A study resulted in weight gain with trans fat consumption, even when calorie levels were maintained. But even more disturbing was the distribution of fat. continue | Foods Highest in Trans-Fats

The Fast Food Diet - Fast food can be an option for dieters. Diet Bites provides Calorie-Wise selections for dieters. continue

Daily Diet Makeover - How to cut calories and fat without giving up favorite foods. click to continue

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I'll Go On a Diet Tomorrow - Most of us are far too friendly with cupid's chocolates, we give way too much thanks to Grandma's turkey dinner on Thanksgiving Day and we even go hog wild on Groundhog's Day. Please pass the biscuits and red eye gravy.... click to continue

Weight Loss Ain't Easy - Weight loss should be simple. Basically, we eat less and lose weight, right? Well, not quite. There are a few mountains that often block the road leading to weight loss success, and one of the biggest mountains of all may not be a mountain at all - rather the official Food Pyramid. continue

Food Association - Just the smell of fresh popcorn can trigger our food desires. But something deeper and dearer to the heart may be our strongest trigger for eating. continue

The Pantry Diet - Grab 'n go at the market with our nifty Pantry Diet. continue

Diet Menus on a Budget - Fourteen thrifty diet-wise menus with shopping list included.  click to continue

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Zetia, a Cholesterol-Lowering Prescription Medication

ZETIA Update: January 15, 2008 - The manufacturers of Zetia - MERCK and Schering-Plough announced that Zetia failed to prohibit the accumulation of harmful plaque within the arteries.

If you are currently taking Zetia - please consult with your physician as soon as possible to discuss alternative treatment.

How Zetia (ezetimibe) Initially Reported to Fight Cholesterol Risks

Available in tablet form. Zetia was initially reported to work in the digestive track, blocking absorption of cholesterol associated with foods thus lowering total cholesterol, including LDL cholesterol - the 'bad' cholesterol that poses significant health risks. A test for liver disease or liver issues may be performed before an individual is prescribed Zetia. (Then again, because Zetia has failed to perform as reported, it's highly unlikely that it will be prescribed.)

Zetia was reported to be helpful for individuals who were unable to get their cholesterol in check through diet and exercise alone.

Who Shouldn't Take Zetia

- individuals allergic to ezetimibe or its inactive ingredients
- pregnant women
- breastfeeding mothers
- women who may become pregnant
-  individuals taking certain medications that may react unfavorably with Zetia
- individuals with liver issues

Possible Side Effects of Zetia (ezetimibe)

Individuals should contact their doctor when experiencing the following while taking Zetia:

- muscle pain
- weakness
-  tenderness
- stomach upset
- feeling of tiredness
- allergic reactions
- nausea
- liver problems
- pancreatic issues
- gallbladder issues, including gallstones

 

Individuals taking Zetia should also inform their doctor if they:

- take niacin or nicotinic acid
- consume grapefruit
- use or are consider using natural or herbal remedies
- consume large quantities of alcohol
- take other prescription drugs or over the counter medications

Inactive Ingredients in Zetia

- croscarmellosa sodium
- lactosa monohydrate
- magnesium stearate
- microcrystalline cellulose
- providone
- sodium lauryl sulfate

Zetia is a trademark of MERCK and Schering-Plough Pharmaceuticals.

Click below for information on popular cholesterol-lowering prescription medications.

Vytorin | Lipitor

The Low Cholesterol Diet - The three levels of cholesterol and an example of a low cholesterol diet plan. continue

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