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Effects of vitamin D signaling in cardiovascular disease: centrality of macrophage polarization

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

Among the leading causes of natural death are cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and respiratory diseases. Factors causing illness include genetic predisposition, aging, stress, chronic inflammation, environmental factors, declining autophagy, and endocrine abnormalities including insufficient vitamin D levels.

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Debunking Myths About Cardiac Health and Heart Diseases

Wellnest

Introduction One of the biggest causes of death worldwide continues to be cardiovascular disease. In this blog, we will unravel some of the most common myths about cardiac health and heart diseases while providing accurate and evidence-based information to promote a healthy lifestyle. Myth #3: Heart diseases only affect men.

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How To Reduce The Risk Of Heart Disease If You Have Insulin Resistance.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

Insulin resistance and diabetes may not ‘ cause ’ coronary artery disease, but they are huge accelerants. In fact, when considering the contribution of risk for cardiovascular disease, diabetes and its early manifestations, such as metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance, are some of the biggest drivers of risk.