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The Role of Genetics in Heart Disease: Can You Prevent It?

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Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, often attributed to a mix of lifestyle choices, environmental factors, and genetic predispositions. Understanding the Genetic Connection to Heart Disease Your genetic makeup plays a vital role in shaping your heart health.

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Alcohol and Heart Health: Understanding the Impact of Drinking on Your Heart

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Some studies suggest that moderate alcohol consumption may provide cardiovascular benefits, while excessive or binge drinking can significantly harm the heart. Understanding the effects of alcohol on heart disease, blood pressure, and heart muscle function is essential for making informed decisions about alcohol intake.

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Lifestyle Risk Factors Predict Coronary Calcification among Male Endurance Athletes

Physiologically Speaking

Studies, including the MARC study, show that athletes have a higher proportion of calcified (stable) plaques and fewer mixed or non-calcified plaques, which are more prone to rupture and cause heart attacks. Family history of CAD was the most potent predictor of severe CAC. Dietary patterns also played a surprising role.