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It is no secret that sugar can have devastating effects on cardiac health and the waistline. However, evidence supports the theory that high levels of sugar can have negative effects on a child’s brain, from psychological wellbeing to cognitive function.

According to a new study, diets that replaced red meat with healthy plant proteins led to decreases in risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Sugary drinks or “soft” drinks refer to any beverage with added sugar or other sweeteners. This includes soda, pop, cola, tonic, fruit punch, lemonade, sweetened powdered drinks, as well as sports and energy drinks. So, why are these drinks so unhealthy?

When it comes to health and longevity, there is no quick fix and no “fountain of youth” that will help you become healthy overnight. Total Access Medical interviewed local Philadelphia nutritionist, FJ Leto, to discuss the ketogenic diet, weight loss and carbohydrates.

It has been long suspected that including nuts and seeds in the diet protects against heart and vascular disease, while red meats increase risk. A study has found that meat protein is associated with a sharp increased risk of heart disease while protein from nuts and seeds is beneficial for the human heart.  The study included data from more than 81,000 participants and was published online by the International Journal of Epidemiology.

Choosing from all the food groups will not guarantee a balanced diet. But if you're serious about eating healthier and losing weight, you need to shake it up, change those bad eating habits, and start thinking differently about your diet and lifestyle. Here are six tips to help you eat your way to better health.

Dr. Winslow Murdoch of Total Access Medical offers dietary advice on how to manage and even prevent heart disease - the leading cause of death for both men and women, causing 1 in every 4 deaths. Dr. Murdoch has special interests in medical weight loss, type 2 diabetes, psychopharmacology, integrative/alternative medicine, cardiovascular disease prevention, as well as in the management of patients with multiple or complex medical problems.

Since heart disease is a term that encompasses a wide range of heart conditions, treatment depends entirely upon what condition you have. In general, you will need to change your lifestyle to help prevent or control coronary heart disease and so reduce the risk of a first or repeat heart attack. Sometimes, though, you may need medicines. 

• Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. About 610,000 people die of heart disease in the United States every year – that’s 1 in every 4 deaths. Everyone needs to know about heart disease and about the kinds of habits and conditions that can raise risk. This is a basic guide to the most important measures you should know on how to prevent heart disease. 

Everyone needs to know about heart disease and about the kinds of habits and conditions that can raise risk. It’s your heart, and you’re in charge. Below is a basic guide to the most important risk factors for heart disease and how each of them affects a person's health.