Risk factors
Obesity and heart function
A study sheds light on a mechanism of adaptation for the decrease in cardiac energy capacity induced by obesity.
A new metabolite derived from the microbiota linked to cardiovascular disease
Researchers have identified a new metabolite derived from the gut microbiota, phenylacetylglutamine, which is associated with cardiovascular disease through a mechanism of hyperactivation of blood platelets.
Plant or animal proteins: An impact on health
According to recent studies, reducing the intake of animal proteins and replacing them with plant-based proteins seems beneficial for maintaining good health.
Choosing dietary sources of unsaturated fats has many health benefits
It is now clearly established that replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats (monounsaturated or polyunsaturated) is associated with a significant reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Effectiveness of exercise to prevent and mitigate diabetes: An important role of the gut microbiota
In overweight, prediabetic and sedentary men, exercise induced changes in the gut microbiota that are correlated with improvements in blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity.
The importance of maintaining normal cholesterol levels, even at a young age
One study reports that young adults with high blood cholesterol levels are much more likely to be affected by cardiovascular disease later in life.
Bedtime may be the best time for taking antihypertensive medication
Hypertensive people who take their antihypertensive medication at bedtime have better control of their blood pressure and a lower risk of cardiovascular events and mortality than people who take their medication in the morning, according to a new study.
Even a small reduction in caloric intake improves cardiovascular health
A fairly modest reduction in caloric intake (300 calories per day) over a two-year period is associated with a significant improvement in several cardiovascular risk factors.
Aerobic fitness is associated with levels of blood metabolites that are good for your health
A Finnish study shows that good aerobic fitness is associated with levels of several metabolites (including LDL-cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol and triglycerides) that are beneficial to health.
Eggs: To consume with moderation
A recent study found a significant, albeit modest, association between the consumption of eggs or dietary cholesterol and the incidence of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality.