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Novel PCSK9 Inhibitor Cut LDL Cholesterol Levels by More Than Half

DAIC

milla1cf Sun, 04/07/2024 - 18:09 April 7, 2024 — Among patients at high or very high risk for a heart attack or stroke, the addition of the investigational drug lerodalcibep to standard cholesterol-lowering medication for one year reduced LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, levels by more than half on average, compared with a placebo.

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What families need to know about inherited high cholesterol in children

Medical Xpress - Cardiology

Many parents think of high cholesterol as a health concern that only affects adults. But did you know that around one in 250 children have elevated cholesterol levels that aren't related to diet, exercise or lifestyle?

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A polyphenol-rich plant extract prevents hypercholesterolemia and modulates gut microbiota in western diet-fed mice

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of Totum-070 on cholesterol levels in an animal model of diet-induced hypercholesterolemia. Methods C57BL/6JOlaHsd male mice were fed a Western diet and received Totum-070, or not, by daily gavage (1g/kg and 3g/kg body weight) for 6 weeks.

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Mediterranean Eating: The Role of Diet in Cardiovascular Health

The Beat Blog

It may come as no surprise that the practice of medicine often goes beyond prescriptions and test results, often integrating diet and lifestyle patterns as effective mechanisms to promote heart health. When we move from one diet to another, we must think about reducing and replacing foods with better choices.

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Tips to Help Improve Your Cholesterol

AMS Cardiology

We all want to be heart-healthy and ensuring our cholesterol levels are in the normal range is one of the most critical steps. High cholesterol can increase your risk of severe conditions like heart disease and heart attacks. Continue reading to learn four heart-healthy habits that can improve your cholesterol.

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Tips for a Heart-Healthy Diet

AMS Cardiology

Maintaining a heart-healthy diet is an essential aspect of preventative cardiology, helping to reduce the risk of heart disease and promote overall cardiovascular well-being. They can help lower cholesterol levels and stabilize blood sugar levels, reducing the risk of heart disease and promoting optimal cardiovascular function.

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Very high LDL no impact on plaque progression

Dr. Malcolm Kendrick

It highlights a study which provides very strong evidence that a very high LDL (as seen in some people who go on a keto diet), has no impact on coronary artery plaque progression. What he looked at was a collection of people on very low carb ketogenic diets who also happened to have extremely high LDL cholesterol. E-mail below.

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