Healthy Helpings: Plant the seed for a healthy heart

As many people look for a way to lower their cholesterol, plant sterols are gaining in popularity.

The wonders of fruits and vegetables

“THERE were no fast food, pizza, junk food or microwaves 50 years ago, our diet were much healthier with fresh meat and vegetables, fish, grass-fed pasture, fruit, roots, and nuts,” this was according to Brendan McCarthy, health and fitness expert and TV personality.

Healthier lifestyles lower cholesterol levels

Even though our nation is fatter than ever, cholesterol levels are falling. Experts believe that's largely because so many Americans take cholesterol-lowering drugs. But falling smoking rates and other factors also contribute.

Martin Glenn, Birds Eye's 'codfather', aims for frozen food sweet spot

Martin Glenn, the chief executive of Birds Eye owner Iglo Group and 'Codfather' of frozen foods, is trying to sell the €3bn (£2.4bn) business in a market where debt is drying up fast.

5 keys to a healthy diet and healthy heart

The Mayo Clinic’s new book Healthy Heart for Life! Offers five key tips to a healthier diet