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Recent evidence suggests that limiting foods high in saturated and trans fats may be more beneficial for cholesterol management than focusing solely on dietary cholesterol intake.

The PREVENT equation, developed by the American Heart Association in 2023, aims to provide a more accurate cardiovascular risk assessment for today’s population, potentially reducing statin prescriptions by 40%.

Researchers report that consuming more than 400 milligrams of caffeine per day can increase a person’s risk of cardiovascular disease.

Regular high caffeine intake could disturb the parasympathetic system, potentially leading to elevated blood pressure and heart rates in otherwise healthy individuals.

High protein intake can be harmful for people with kidney damage and may contribute to lesser-known health issues related to protein fermentation in the gut.

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.