Is the TLC Diet Safe for All Ages?

The TLC diet or “Therapeutic Lifestyle Change” diet is a three part program that uses physical activity, weight management and diet to help reduce high blood cholesterol.

Have you ever looked at the definition of cholesterol? In the definition, it describes it as a waxy fat like substance. This substance is found in all parts of the body in the walls of cells – this includes everything from the liver and the nervous system to the heart. The body uses cholesterol in order to make bile acids, hormones, Vitamin D and a variety of other substances.

High cholesterol is no respecter of persons and can affect anyone of any age, race or ethnicity. It is the number one killer of both men and women in America. The higher your cholesterol is the more at risk you are for serious diseases and even premature death. Continue reading →