Articles related to CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (CVD)

You could have a patient with an LDL-C of 100 mg/dL and think they’re in the clear, but if their LDL-P is sky-high, they’re still at risk for plaque formation.

While statins help lower cholesterol, they may also contribute to insulin resistance, increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes—a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

In terms of overall survival rates, the tricaprin group had 100% three-year and five-year survival rates. In contrast, the control group had a 78.6% three-year survival rate and a 68.1% five-year survival rate.

Aspartame—200 times sweeter than sugar—”tricks” the body into releasing insulin by activating the sweet taste receptors in the mouth and gut, signaling to the pancreas to prepare for incoming sugar.

Sugar-sweetened beverages significantly increase the risk of multiple cardiovascular conditions, while moderate consumption of solid sugary treats may have unexpected benefits.

CDC data indicates heart disease prevalence increases dramatically with age, from 1% in adults aged 18-44 to 20% in those over 65, highlighting the importance of early screening for inherited conditions.