Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Results show higher levels of yogurt consumption resulted in improved blood pressure levels in individuals with hypertension. Beneficial trends were noted for systolic blood pressure (b= -1.44, CI = [-2.71, -0.17], p < 0.05)...
Low Serum DGLA Associated with Mortality in Elderly Patients
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Serum DGLA was a significant predictor of total death in elderly patients who recently experienced myocardial infarction (p= 0.012). Linoleic acid [LA] is an essential fatty acid found in vegetable oils 1. Linoleic acid [LA]...
Barberry Consumption Helps Improve Vascular Endothelial Function in Adults with Hypertension
Written by Taylor Woosley, Staff Writer. Consumption of 10 g of dried barberry a day resulted in improved flow mediated dilation and MCP-1, while also decreasing the circulating levels of ICAM-1 in subjects with hypertension. Cardiovascular diseases are major...
Pecan Rich Diet Shown to Improve Cholesterol Levels in Adults
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. Study results show supplementing the diet with pecans or adding pecans to the diet can help improve multiple blood cholesterol levels. Elevated cholesterol levels are a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke 1. The World...
Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMST) Improves Blood Pressure in Adults
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. 6-week high resistance inspiratory muscle strength training (IMST) significantly improved blood pressure in healthy adults (p<0.05). In a double-blind, randomized, sham-controlled study 1, researchers wanted to establish...
Red Blood Cell Fatty Acids Could Serve as Predictors to All-Cause Mortality
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Four red blood cell fatty acids were found to serve as predictors of all-cause mortality. Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death worldwide 1. Simple behavioral changes could reduce the likelihood of developing...
Bitter and Strong-Tasting Vegetables Associated with Greater Cardiometabolic Benefits than Mild and Sweet-Tasting Vegetables
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Study findings suggest bitter and strong-tasting vegetables, such as cabbage, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, show a favorable impact on insulin sensitivity, lipid profile, and blood pressure. The importance of...
Intake of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Not Associated with Atherosclerotic Plaques in the Coronary Arteries
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Data from the current trial does not appear to support a relationship between sugar-sweetened beverage consumption and prevalence of coronary artery calcium. Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) are drinks with added sugar and...
Olive Oil Consumption in US Populations and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This large study of U.S. men and women showed that a higher intake of olive oil was associated with significantly lower risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary artery disease. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in...
Dietary Nitrate from Vegetables Significantly Reduces the Risk of Cardiovascular Events
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Staff Writer. Participants with moderate intake of vegetable nitrate had a 15% lower risk of CVD. Nitric oxide is one of the keys to cardiovascular health 1. Vegetables are the main source of nitrates especially green leafy vegetables and...
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