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Controlled Carbohydrate Nutrition is committed to providing accurate and concise information regarding the benefits and uses of a controlled carbohydrate lifestyle based on the Atkins Nutritional Approach. Information is geared to the consumer and healthcare provider for weight loss, weight maintenance, and prevention or treatment of the many conditions influenced by diet and lifestyle. By assisting people to understand the value of controlling both the quality and quantity of carbohydrate foods, our goal is to positively impact the lives and health of people of all ages.
May 2013 A common strategy for addressing high blood pressure is to cut salt intake. This is somewhat controversial, since it works for some with hypertension but not everyone and may have a downside. Potassium is often the overlooked nutrient. A recent Cochrane review reported that the addition of potassium resulted in lower blood pressure and a lower incidence of stroke. Good low carb sources of potassium are fish, avocado and leafy green vegetables. Potassium is also available by prescription. Normalizing high insulin levels with a proper level of carb restriction is very effective at lowering high blood pressure. Also a very good idea is to lose that excess body fat.
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We Can Do Something to Lower Healthcare Costs I was just reading an article about increased healthcare costs and decreased productivity because of obesity. Healthcare costs are 42% higher for obese workers. They are also at increased risk for job related injuries and have an increased rate of absenteeism. The statistics we usually hear are the numbers of those of us who are overweight or obese but think of it another way- that only about 32 percent of Americans are at a healthy weight!
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