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Emerging research suggests that incorporating specific plant-based foods into patients’ diets may offer wide-ranging benefits for age-related concerns, from cognitive decline to cardiovascular health.

A new study finds that 43% of dark chocolate products tested exceeded California’s Proposition 65 limits for lead, while 35% surpassed limits for cadmium.

Infrequent soft stools were associated with higher risks of all-cause, cancer, and cardiovascular disease mortality, suggesting that stool monitoring could be a valuable indicator of major chronic illnesses.

Blood thinners interact with various medications and supplements, potentially increasing bleeding risk or reducing efficacy. Physicians should be aware of these interactions and educate patients on the importance of consulting healthcare professionals before taking new products.

Recent findings indicate that statin-naïve ACS patients with normal LDL-C levels at admission may face worse outcomes, challenging current perspectives on lipid management in cardiovascular care.

A low-usage extra virgin olive oil diet resulted in greater reductions of LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol, and blood glucose levels during a 4-week follow-up period compared to a high-usage diet.