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Behavioral Strategies to Conquer Obesity in Clinical Care

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Obesity is a complex, chronic condition that significantly impacts cardiometabolic health and overall well-being. 1 Dietary Modifications: Evidence-Based Approaches Low-Fat vs. Low-Carb Diets A meta-analysis of 48 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) revealed no significant difference in weight loss outcomes between low-fat and low-carb diets.

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Can the Recent Stanford Vegan vs. Omnivore Twin Study Inform Us about the “Optimal” Diet for Cardiometabolic Health?

Physiologically Speaking

The quest to determine whether plant-based diets surpass omnivorous diets in their heart healthfulness has been ongoing for decades, yielding inconclusive results despite dedicated research endeavors. Both observational and clinical studies have suggested potential advantages associated with plant-based diets.

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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 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

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Can the Recent Stanford Vegan vs. Omnivore Twin Study Inform Us about the “Optimal” Diet for Cardiometabolic Health?

Physiologically Speaking

The quest to determine whether plant-based diets surpass omnivorous diets in their heart healthfulness has been ongoing for decades, yielding inconclusive results despite dedicated research endeavors. Both observational and clinical studies have suggested potential advantages associated with plant-based diets.

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Atrial Fibrillation: Understanding the Irregular Heartbeat

AMS Cardiology

Obesity : Excess weight increases the risk of heart-related issues, including AFib. Healthy Diet : Consuming a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins supports heart health. Early diagnosis and intervention can significantly improve outcomes and reduce the risk of complications.

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Physiology Friday #230: Cutting Sugar vs. Cutting Carbs for Cardiometabolic Health

Physiologically Speaking

The debate over whether carbohydrates or sugar are the true culprits behind modern health issues has long stirred controversy among nutrition experts, diet enthusiasts, and the general public alike. This has led to widespread recommendations to drastically reduce "free sugars" in the diet.

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360° Weight Loss Blueprint: Insights To Action 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Obesity management beyond diet and exercise. Sleep and Cardiometabolic Health The Impact on Obesity Studies indicate that 19.3% of adults experience insufficient sleep (6 hours), which is linked to higher obesity rates. Practical Takeaway Encourage fiber-rich diets to promote microbiome diversity.

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