Cardiology Update

JULY 14, 2024

In a recent study recently published in the European Heart Journal , researchers have found that the characteristics of retinal microvasculature can predict cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. The primary goal was to evaluate the long-term effects of a heart-healthy diet on cardiovascular health. Original article: Repo O et al.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

DECEMBER 19, 2023

This randomised study investigated whether a multifactorial intervention of a low-fat vegetarian diet in addition to stopping smoking, stress reduction and increased exercise reduced plaque size 5. This randomised trial used the DASH diet as its intervention, which is a primarily plant-based, low fat and lower-sugar diet.

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Myh11R247C/R247C aortas have aberrant smooth muscle contractile unit-elastin connections by transmission electron microscopy, along with increased focal adhesion signaling at baseline, which further increases with hypertension.ConclusionGene-environment interactions trigger aortic dissections in Myh11R247C/R247C mice.

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Circulation

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Intro:Drug Development for Heart failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) is a major challenge facing cardiovascular research due to its complex pathophysiology and existence of comorbidities, leading to recognize distinct HFpEF phenogroups. Mean blood pressure was consistently increased in HFD/L-NAME mice (p<0.05

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MIBHS

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

However, prolonged exposure to stress can lead to persistently high levels of these hormones, contributing to increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, and inflammation, all of which raise the risk of heart disease. Research has shown that individuals with depression are more likely to develop heart disease.

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MIBHS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Do your research and consult with medical professionals so you understand what is going on and what needs to be done to manage your friend or family member’s health. Depending on their situation, they may switch to a Mediterranean diet with plenty of fruits and veggies, whole grains, and healthy fats.

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Wellnest

JANUARY 23, 2024

In 2023, Gujarat grappled with a cardiac crisis, as reported by the Emergency Management and Research Institute (EMRI) 108, with a staggering 72,573 cases. Additionally, he highlights that these regions share similar food habits characterized by a high-fat diet and a lack of physical activities.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 (LE8) constitute a research and public health construct capturing key determinants of cardiovascular health. Background:Mounting evidence points to a connection between cardiovascular risk during middle age and brain health later in life.

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Physiologically Speaking

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Life in the fast lane The allure of fasting is in part due to its accessibility — it requires no special gadgets or diet plans and it’s cost-free. It also supports blood vessel health and may reduce blood pressure. Modern nutrition science is catching up with what some cultures have known for centuries.

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MIBHS

MARCH 15, 2025

Understanding the effects of alcohol on heart disease, blood pressure, and heart muscle function is essential for making informed decisions about alcohol intake. Some research suggests that moderate drinkers may have a lower risk of heart disease compared to those who abstain or engage in heavy drinking.

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MIBHS

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

While much attention is given to modifiable risk factors such as diet, exercise, and smoking, the role of genetics in heart disease is equally critical yet less understood by the general public. Diet: Follow a heart-healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

MARCH 27, 2025

Participants will attend a baseline visit and follow-up visits at 6 and 12-months.

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DAIC

APRIL 2, 2024

Elsie Kodjoe, MD milla1cf Tue, 04/02/2024 - 18:20 April 2, 2024 — Individuals with heart disease stand to gain the most from a low sodium diet but, on average, consume over twice the recommended daily sodium intake, according to a study being presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session.

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CardiacWire

MARCH 20, 2024

A team of researchers from Wuhan University in China analyzed data from around 20k US adults from the 2003-2018 NHANES database (avg. The NHANES survey didn’t ask if these people were following time-restricted diets, they just asked what times they ate during two days.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The profound link between the heart and mind has been the subject of much research for some time, with newer studies reinforcing the existing evidence as well as offering deeper insights. As we step into American Heart Month, it becomes imperative to delve into the intricacies of this relationship and dissect the latest research findings.

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Effects of resistance training on traditional CVD risk factors Blood pressure Resistance exercise training has been shown to improve resting blood pressure in cohorts of healthy adults and adults with varying levels of high blood pressure.

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Effects of resistance training on traditional CVD risk factors Blood pressure Resistance exercise training has been shown to improve resting blood pressure in cohorts of healthy adults and adults with varying levels of high blood pressure.

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DAIC

AUGUST 21, 2024

The analysis also found smoking, Type 2 diabetes status, kidney damage, previous heart attack and high blood pressure are major modifiable determinants of developing heart failure over five to 10 years among American Indian adults. and a researcher at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health in New York City.

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MIBHS

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Research on Erectile Dysfunction Improvement After Bypass Surgery Studies have shown that there is a positive correlation between improved cardiovascular health following bypass surgery and the improvement of penile function. This includes eating a balanced diet, engaging in regular exercise, and quitting smoking.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

JULY 25, 2023

To do this, however, you need some relatively sophisticated tools that not everybody has available in their practice, including devices to measure body composition, like bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), which is frequently being used in research and more recently also in clinical practice. Circulation Research 118.11 (2016): 1752-1770.

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AMS Cardiology

DECEMBER 14, 2022

While adopting a fad diet might seem like the most ideal solution to shedding some extra pounds, a better way to take control of your weight is to focus on lifestyle modifications, like eating healthy foods, tracking your nutrition intake and regularly exercising. Fit in some time for fitness.

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Post-acclimation, the participants experienced an average drop of 10 mmHg in systolic blood pressure and 7 mmHg in diastolic pressure. ” An alternative approach for the extremely exercise- or diet-resistant? After the first cold exposure session, researchers observed clear signs of autophagic dysfunction.

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Journal of the American Heart Association

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

BackgroundHigher scores for the American Heart Association Life's Essential 8 (LE8) metrics, blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, body mass index, physical activity, smoking, sleep, and diet, are associated with lower risk of chronic disease. Journal of the American Heart Association, Ahead of Print.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

MAY 10, 2024

In a study published by the American Heart Association, “Sex and Age Differences in the Association of Depression With Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease and Adverse Cardiovascular Events,” researchers investigated 3,237 patients (35% women) undergoing coronary angiography to evaluate for coronary artery disease (CAD).

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Physiologically Speaking

MAY 3, 2024

ICYMI On Wednesday, I published a post discussing the different metabolic effects of the ketogenic diet and exogenous ketones during exercise. KNG1 and 2 are speculated to play a role in exercise’s effect on improving blood pressure and insulin sensitivity. Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter.

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DAIC

MARCH 8, 2024

Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) has approved an additional indication for Wegovy ( semaglutide ) to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as death, heart attack, or stroke in adults with known heart disease and with either obesity or overweight along with a reduced calorie diet and increased physical activity.

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Physiologically Speaking

APRIL 24, 2024

The amount of calcium in the blood vessels (known as arterial calcification), a marker of subclinical atherosclerosis, is higher in people with a short sleep duration. Multiple studies find that the risk for high blood pressure (hypertension) is elevated in women with short sleep duration to a greater extent than it is in men.

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Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Background:The Stroke Preclinical Assessment Network (SPAN), a multi-center network consisting of a coordinating center and testing laboratories, was created to enhance the rigor of preclinical research, including testing of potential therapies in animals of different species, sex, age, and co-morbidities, with blinding and randomization.

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