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Forecasting the Burden of Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke in the United States Through 2050—Prevalence of Risk Factors and Disease: A Presidential Advisory From the American Heart Association

Circulation

to 26.8%) and obesity (43.1% The prevalences of poor diet, inadequate physical activity, and smoking are estimated to improve over time, whereas inadequate sleep will worsen. BACKGROUND:Cardiovascular disease and stroke are common and costly, and their prevalence is rising. in 2020 to 61.0% Diabetes (16.3%

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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 It is not surprising that an enormous increase in cardiovascular risk factors and diseases will produce a substantial economic burden."

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Scientists provide novel insights into the effects of alternate day fasting on atherosclerosis

Medical Xpress - Cardiology

Diet-induced metabolic abnormalities including obesity, hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, insulin resistance (IR), and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease are considered atherogenic risk factors. Atherosclerosis is the major contributor to cardiovascular mortality worldwide.

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

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

Introduction Totum-070 is a combination of five plant extracts enriched in polyphenols to target hypercholesterolemia, one of the main risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of Totum-070 on cholesterol levels in an animal model of diet-induced hypercholesterolemia.

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How High Blood Pressure Affects Your Heart and What You Can Do About It

MIBHS

Here are actionable steps to protect your heart and keep your blood pressure under control: Adopt a Heart-Healthy Diet : Follow the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet, which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products.

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Why You Struggle To Lose Weight.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

But What Diet Should You Eat? Multiple trials have shown that when you control for calories, the type of diet you eat doesn’t really matter when it comes to weight loss 1. Secondly, it's not that any of these diets don’t work. Obesity medications are tools. I repeat MUST be in a calorie deficit. Mediterrean?

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Atrial Fibrillation: Understanding the Irregular Heartbeat

AMS Cardiology

Causes and Risk Factors Several factors can increase the likelihood of developing AFib: High Blood Pressure : Elevated blood pressure can strain the heart, contributing to the onset of AFib. Obesity : Excess weight increases the risk of heart-related issues, including AFib.