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Heart Disease and Stroke Could Affect at Least 60% of Adults in U.S. by 2050, According to American Heart Association Advisories

DAIC

A projected rise in heart disease and stroke – along with several key risk factors, including high blood pressure and obesity – is likely to triple related costs to $1.8 trillion by 2050, according to two presidential advisories published in the AHA journal Circulation. Obesity rates are expected to climb from 43.1%

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How Apob & Visceral Fat Increase Your Risk Of Heart Disease.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

When it comes to cardiovascular disease, two of the biggest risk factors we must consider are: ApoB concentration - A measure of the number of circulating lipid particles. The greater the number of particles the artery wall is exposed to over time, the higher the risk of atherosclerosis and a heart attack 2. 2024 Jan 14.

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Abstract 4140513: Temporal Trends in Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Cardiovascular Disease Among Subgroups of Asian Americans in the United States

Circulation

Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A4140513-A4140513, November 12, 2024. Of the sample, Filipino adults had the highest prevalence rates for most conditions, except for physical inactivity and overweight/obesity. Asian Indian adults exhibited uptrends in overweight/obesity (AAPC: 1.1%,p< p< 0.001).

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Abstract TP268: Xylitol, Xylose, and MicroRNAs Associated with Thrombosis and the Clotting Cascade in a Multi-Omics Cross-Sectional Study of Adults at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes and Stroke

Stroke Journal

Introduction:Xylitol, a sugar alcohol with a global market estimated at 161,500 metric tons, has been linked to increased thrombosis and risk of stroke and heart attack. Xylitol metabolite concentration was not associated with any miRs in our sample, suggesting that circulating xylose may be a better indicator of clotting risk.

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The Impact of Poor Sleep on Cardiovascular Health

Wellnest

It's challenging to exaggerate how crucial the heart is to good health. The heart drives the circulatory system, ensuring that all the body's organs and tissues receive the oxygen they require. This is done by circulating blood throughout the body. High blood pressure and heart disease are related to insomnia.

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The Importance of Cardiovascular Health: An Overview

GEMMS

Maintaining cardiovascular health reduces the risk of developing various heart diseases, including heart attack, stroke, and high blood pressure. Moreover, a healthy heart contributes to improved overall fitness, endurance, and quality of life.

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

MIBHS

Arrhythmias: Genetic mutations can also predispose individuals to irregular heart rhythms, such as atrial fibrillation or long QT syndrome, which may increase the risk of stroke or sudden cardiac arrest. Exercise: Regular physical activity strengthens the heart and improves blood circulation. How Do Genetic Factors Work?