Red wine has long been considered to be heart healthy. The alcohol and Resveratrol antioxidants in it help prevent heart disease by increasing levels of HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) and protecting the arteries against damage. Resveratrol is a key ingredient in red wine that helps prevent damage to blood vessels, reduces “bad” cholesterol and prevents blood clots.

For those who already enjoy a glass of red wine during diner, this is great news. But of course doctors do not recommend anyone to start drinking alcohol simply for a few benefits. We all know that too much alcohol can have many harmful effects. Read the rest of this entry »

Crestor (rosuvastatin calcium) is prescribed for reducing the high amount of bad cholesterol in the blood. It thereby reduces the overall cholesterol, triglycerides, and apolipoprotein B (a type of protein, which is needed to make cholesterol). Read the rest of this entry »