The Heart Beat - Our Blog
Cholesterol management doesn't have to be confusing, boring, or guilt-inducing. Here, we break down the science of plant sterols, oat beta-glucan, and heart health into articles you'll actually finish reading.
You'll find clear explanations of how cholesterol works, the real science behind natural approaches, and practical advice for managing your heart health through food and lifestyle. We tackle the myths (because the internet has opinions), provide UK-specific guidance, and explain the complex stuff without drowning you in medical jargon or making you feel bad about your breakfast choices.
Whether you're newly navigating high cholesterol or just want to understand what's really going on inside your arteries, we're here to help you make informed decisions. No lectures. No guilt trips.
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Cholesterol Levels By Age: What's Normal and What's Actually Happening
Your cholesterol's doing things it didn't do in your 20s. Is this normal aging or something to address? What's actually happening in your body, and what deserves your attention.
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How Much Plant Sterol Do You Need to Lower Cholesterol? The Great Britain Nutrition and Health Claims (NHC) Register Answer
Everyone online has an opinion on plant sterol dosing. But there's actually an official answer: the GB Nutrition and Health Claims Register. Here's what the UK government says you actually need.
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Cholesterol Explained: Some Bits Your GP Didn't Have Time to Tell You
You've just had your cholesterol tested, and your GP spent seven minutes explaining results that look like cryptic acronyms. This is the proper explanation you deserved: what cholesterol actually is, how LDL and HDL really work, what your test numbers mean, and what you may be able to do about it.
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PCOS and Cholesterol: What 1 in 10 UK Women Need to Know
One in ten UK women have PCOS, yet most people couldn't tell you what it is. Turns out, it's not just about periods - it's quietly affecting your cholesterol and heart health too. Here's what you need to know.
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High Cholesterol: The Sneaky Health Guest That Rarely Announces Itself (And Why That's Actually Fine)
High cholesterol rarely announces itself with symptoms. Most people feel perfectly fine, which is both reassuring and slightly inconvenient. We explore what high cholesterol actually feels like (spoiler: usually nothing), the rare occasions when your body might drop subtle hints, and why this is all far less dramatic than the internet would have you believe.
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Plant Sterols in the UK: Why You're Probably Not Getting Enough (And Where to Find Them)
Plant sterols have been shown to lower blood cholesterol, and unlike most wellness claims, this one's actually approved by the UK's Food Standards Agency. Discover the science behind these molecular queue-jumpers and why you're probably not getting enough of them.
