cardiovascular

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) halted a clinical trial early after discovering that daily statin medication significantly reduced cardiovascular disease risk in people living with HIV. The Randomized Trial to Prevent Vascular Events in HIV (REPRIEVE) study revealed that participants taking pitavastatin calcium lowered their risk of major adverse cardiovascular events by 35% compared to those on a placebo. The study involved 7,769 volunteers aged 40 to 75 from 12 countries, all of whom were taking antiretroviral…

A Mediterranean diet, rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, and extra virgin olive oil, can reduce a woman’s risk of cardiovascular disease and death by nearly 25%, according to the first-ever pooled data analysis published in the journal Heart. The research highlights the need for more sex-specific studies to inform clinical practice in heart health. The diet’s various components, including polyphenols, nitrates, omega-3 fatty acids, increased fiber intake, and reduced glycemic load, may contribute to…

Cardiovascular aging refers to the gradual decline of the heart and blood vessels as we grow older. This decline can result in a variety of age-related diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure, which can greatly reduce the quality of life and increase the risk of death.A recent study suggests that light therapy could be an effective means of slowing down cardiovascular aging.Light therapy has proven to be an effective treatment for a range of illnesses. But, can it also delay the onset of…

A new study presented at a scientific conference warns that a “keto-like” diet, which involves high amounts of fat and low carbohydrates, may increase the risk of cardiovascular events like chest pain, blocked arteries, heart attacks, and strokes. The study suggests that this type of diet may lead to higher levels of “bad” cholesterol in the blood.Popular weight-loss diet also associated with higher levels of LDL cholesterol.The ketogenic or “keto” diet, which involves consuming very low amounts of carbohydrates and high…

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have analyzed extensive datasets in the United States and found that individuals who were vaccinated against COVID-19 had fewer cases of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular issues among people who had been infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19.First U.S. study to show lower cardiac risk of cardiac events in patients following SARS-CoV-2 infection.Analyzing the most extensive datasets in the United States, researchers from the…

A recent study that analyzed over 32 million cardiovascular deaths over the course of four decades has found a correlation between extreme temperatures and an increase in deaths. The research revealed that on days with extremely hot or cold weather, there were more cardiovascular deaths compared to days with more moderate temperatures.More heart failure deaths were linked with extreme temperatures than other heart conditions, from an international study in the journal Circulation.According to a multinational analysis of…

Scientists found strong evidence that omega-3 fatty acid, folic acid, and coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) provided cardiovascular benefits. In addition, Omega-6 fatty acid, L-arginine, L-citrulline, melatonin, magnesium, Vitamin D, zinc, alpha-lipoic acid, catechin, flavanol, curcumin, genistein, and quercetin also showed evidence of reducing cardiovascular risk.A meta-analysis of more than 884 studies finds omega-3, folic <span class="glossaryLink" aria-describedby="tt" data-cmtooltip="<div…

A recent study conducted by The BMJ shows that the people who were higher consumers of artificial sweeteners had an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, including stroke compared to the non-consumers.  The researchers noted that three artificial sweeteners in particular were associated with higher risks. As per them, Aspartame intake was associated with increased risk of cerebrovascular events, and acesulfame potassium and sucralose were…

New report outlines the most common symptoms of 6 cardiovascular diseases: heart attack, heart failure, valve disease, stroke, heart rhythm disorders, and peripheral artery and vein disease (PAD and PVD).New American Heart Association scientific statement indicates symptoms frequently overlap among conditions and may vary by sex.A “state of the science” review details the most reported symptoms of 6 cardiovascular diseases (CVDs): heart attack, heart failure, valve disease, stroke, heart rhythm disorders, and peripheral…

An extensive study, involving records from more than 116,000 people over the course of 30 years, has found that moderate amounts of physical activity for between 300 and 600 minutes could be the sweet spot when it comes to reducing mortality risk.  And if you make those workouts a little more intense, you can tap out at just 150 to 300 minutes per week, while being satisfied your body will likely reap the same rewards.We're all going to die of course – it's just a question of when. But according to the new research, that…