On Nutrition: The form of food we eat may have more impact than we think
Bill W. asks, "Is drinking many of our fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds in a smoothie as healthy and nutritious as eating them?"
Aug 13, 2023
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Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases: News and Research on Hyperlipidemias
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What scientists learned from offering genetic screening to 13,000 Oregonians for free
Early genetic testing can improve cancer outcomes, but individuals often don't undergo this screening if they lack a family history or can't afford a test. A clinical laboratory team at Oregon Health & Science University ...
Jul 27, 2023
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Triglycerides: A new frontier in detecting and treating disease
When it comes to thinking about lipids and heart health, cholesterol often comes to mind. Along with age, blood pressure, and underlying conditions, cholesterol—a fat that circulates in the bloodstream—is one of many indicators ...
Jul 26, 2023
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A novel drug screen identifies potential new therapy to lower bad cholesterol levels
The Mona Lisa, painted by the Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci, is one of the most recognizable paintings in the world. But many people would be surprised to learn that this painting offers the first evidence of a disease ...
Jul 20, 2023
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Video: Invest now for better heart health later
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of both men and women—in the U.S. and around the globe. Overall, men over 45 and women over 55 are more likely to have a heart attack than those who are younger.
Jul 18, 2023
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Study examines whether risk of stroke recurrences can be reduced by follow-up care
In a large-scale study, research teams from the University of Würzburg and the Ludwigshafen Municipal Hospital have investigated whether risk of stroke recurrences can be reduced by a structured outpatient follow-up care ...
Jul 17, 2023
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Q&A: First-of-its kind research studies arsenic exposure in Syracuse children
A new study published in the journal JAMA Network Open studies the connections between arsenic exposure and cardiovascular disease processes in children.
Jul 14, 2023
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Obesity and high weight linked to adverse outcomes in leukemia treatment
As the United States faces a growing obesity epidemic, scientists are taking a closer look at how body weight can affect health outcomes. New research published in Blood Advances highlights the potential association of elevated ...
Jul 13, 2023
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Why LGBTQ+ adults should pay attention to heart health
Recent studies reveal a concerning trend in the cardiovascular health of LGBTQ+ adults. They experience worse heart health compared to their cisgender heterosexual peers. LGBTQ+ people also tend to have a higher prevalence ...
Jul 6, 2023
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Researcher proposes a 'cholesterol passport' for adolescents to help halt atherosclerosis
The United Nations Declaration of Human Rights that everyone has the right to life could as well be extended to include the right to an "elevated cholesterol-free life," an Opinion article by Dr. Andrew Agbaje of the University ...
Jun 28, 2023
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