cardiovascular disease
Transitioning from a diet high in saturated animal fats to one abundant in plant-based unsaturated fats influences the composition of fats in the blood, which…
Potential Benefits of Novel Weight Loss Medication on Blood Pressure in Adults with Obesity
A study highlighted in the journal Hypertension indicates promising benefits of tirzepatide, a novel weight loss medication, in reducing systolic blood pressure among obese adults.…
Projected Population Shifts and Risk Factors Expected to Triple U.S. Cardiovascular Disease Costs by 2050
Driven by an increasingly diverse and ageing population, coupled with a significant rise in risk factors such as hypertension and obesity, the projected costs associated…
A Roadmap Towards Achieving Health Equity in American Diets
Poor diet remains a significant burden on American adults, posing major risks such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers. According to…
Individuals with an Uncommon Longevity Mutation Might Also Enjoy Cardiovascular Protection
A study illuminates potential cardiovascular health benefits in individuals affected by a rare condition known as growth hormone receptor deficiency (GHRD) or Laron syndrome. GHRD…
Accumulated Evidence Over Two Decades Indicates Significant Health Benefits Linked to Plant-Based Diets
In a comprehensive review published on May 15, 2024, in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, Angelo Capodici and his team analysed 49 previously published papers.…
Closing the Care Gap: CU Anschutz Researchers Aim to Enhance Heart Disease Treatment for Women
Researchers from the Ludeman Family Center for Women’s Health Research have recently published a significant paper in the Journal for Women’s Health Research, highlighting critical…
High Risk of Kidney Complications Found in Hospitalized Older Adults with Heart Failure
Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a founding Mass General Brigham healthcare system member, have uncovered significant links between heart failure and kidney disease, prompting…
Cleveland Clinic study finds connection between elevated niacin levels and heart disease
Cleveland Clinic researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery, uncovering a novel pathway implicated in cardiovascular disease associated with elevated levels of niacin, a common B…
Unveiling the Role of B12 Deficiency in Inflammation: A Hidden Trigger Revealed
Vitamin B12 is an indispensable nutrient crucial for various physiological processes. It is pivotal in maintaining overall health. Its deficiency often stems from inadequate dietary…
Research Uncovers Potential Heart Health Impacts of ‘Forever Chemicals’ on Older Women
New research conducted at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has unveiled significant connections between various types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as…
Adopting Heart-Healthy Habits: A Potential Solution for Reversing Accelerated Cellular Ageing
Recent research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association illuminates the promising potential of prioritising heart health and adopting heart-healthy lifestyle practices. Led…