Not getting enough physical activity may be harming your health: Here's what being sedentary does to your body
Being regularly active can improve your mental well-being, reduce your chances of disease and increase your lifespan.
Apr 21, 2026
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Lipids: News and Research on Triglycerides
MeSH tree: D10.351.801
Triglyceride-lowering drug does not affect plaque in arteries at one year in patients with elevated triglycerides: Study
Despite experiencing significant reductions in triglycerides, patients with triglycerides over 150 mg/dL and a high risk of atherosclerosis did not experience any significant change in the amount of non-calcified plaque in ...
Mar 30, 2026
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Healthy versions of low-carb and low-fat diets linked to better cardiovascular and metabolic health
The quality of a low-carbohydrate or low-fat diet may matter more than the amount of carbohydrates or fat consumed when it comes to reducing heart disease risk, according to a study published in JACC.
Feb 11, 2026
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Too many saturated fats may be more harmful than too many refined carbohydrates
In recent years, many media reports and social media influencers have emphasized the dangers of eating too many carbohydrates. Though a carbohydrate-heavy diet can be harmful, consuming too many fats may cause more health ...
Feb 10, 2026
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Black cumin seeds linked to lower cholesterol and reduced fat cell formation
Nigella sativa (black cumin), the spice that boosts the flavor of curries like korma and paneer, also has another use: its seeds have long been used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ...
Nov 18, 2025
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First-in-human trial of CRISPR gene-editing therapy safely lowers cholesterol and triglycerides
In a 15-patient, Phase 1, first-in-human trial, a one-time CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing therapy safely reduced LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in people with difficult-to-treat lipid disorders, according to a preliminary late-breaking ...
Nov 10, 2025
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Triglyceride-lowering drug significantly reduce rate of acute pancreatitis in high-risk patients
Researchers from Mass General Brigham have found that olezarsen—a drug designed to lower triglyceride levels—can also decrease the risk of acute pancreatitis, a potential complication in patients with severely elevated triglyceride ...
Nov 10, 2025
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New study reveals potential 'two-in-one' treatment for diabetes and heart disease
Building on earlier studies showing its benefits for type 2 diabetes, a new study has revealed the experimental drug IC7Fc may also help prevent heart disease by lowering cholesterol and reducing inflammation.
Oct 28, 2025
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Why kimchi could be your next superfood
Researchers in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources (CAHNR) have completed a review study that highlights the health benefits of kimchi, a Korean food that has been gaining global popularity in recent ...
Sep 16, 2025
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How fat disables the brain's immune shield in Alzheimer's disease
It was long thought that fat in the brain played no role in neurodegenerative diseases, but Purdue University researchers are challenging that assumption.
Sep 9, 2025
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