The cholesterol level in the body is determined partly by genetics, lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise and even psychological stress. High cholesterol build-up can occur gradually over-time without causing any symptoms.

What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy fat found in the bloodstream. It’s an important component of a good health because it’s used to make cell membranes and certain hormones. But too much cholesterol in the blood results in a hypercholesterolemia — a major risk factor for coronary heart disease.

What is the best way to lower blood cholesterol?
For those who are overweight dietary reduction of saturated fat, exercise and weight loss are the cornerstones of treatment and prevention. Making gradual and permanent changes in your diet and.... Click to Read More

Being active is important for your health and wellbeing. It is a myth that exercise for asthmatics is unsafe. The truth is that most asthmatics would benefit from regular physical activity.

As long as your asthma is under control, exercise is safely recommended to keep your lungs and body in good condition. If you have asthma, you could participate in almost any sport or exercise. Scuba diving is the only sport not recommended.

What is asthma?
The word asthma is used as a blanket term to cover a condition that is characterized by episodes of breathlessness caused by intermittent narrowing of bronchial tubes or airways.
Symptoms include:
• Wheezing
• Coughing
• A feeling of tightness in the chest
• Breathlessness.