One of the newly recognized factors for heart attack risk is homocystein, a potentially toxic amino acid that has been dramatically connected to heart attack. This substance can be eliminated in the body by taking vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and extra folic acid. I therefore suggest that most men supplement with a vitamin B formula on a daily basis. Also, ask the doctor to check your homocystein levels, which is not done in a regular exam. Researchers believe that simple B vitamins may be the answer to America's Number One killer.
Prevention is key.
Remember that excess carbohydrates, although fat free, can add up to 500 - 800 excess calories a day. Too many fat free carbs from potatoes, bagels, pasta, and the like can promote the production of a hormone called insulin which is a fat-promoting hormone par excellence. And so the hormonal effects of food should also be considered. Excessive insulin has been connected to practically every degenerative health condition that the modern day male experiences. The latest studies suggest that hydrogenated fat from shortening, margarines and those McDonald's french fries will elevate the bad LDL's more so than the saturated fat in butter and other animal products.