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Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance made in the liver, and found in the blood and in all cells of the body. Cholesterol is important for good health and is needed for making cell walls, tissues, hormones, vitamin D, and bile acid.

Study finds link between low food security and metabolic syndrome in reproductive-aged Latinx females

Not having reliable access to food has a significant relationship with metabolic syndrome, a condition that increases risk for diseases such as diabetes and heart disease, in Latinx females of reproductive age, according to a study presented Friday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.

15 Jun 2023

Bempedoic acid may offer an alternative to the popular cholesterol-lowering drugs

A medication called bempedoic acid reduced the risk of cardiac events as well as statins and may offer an alternative to the popular cholesterol-reducing medications, according to industry-supported research being presented Thursday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting, in Chicago, Ill.

15 Jun 2023

KU investigator develops treatment for stroke, heart disease, other metabolic diseases

An investigator with the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy has filed an invention disclosure, part of a provisional patent application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, for a treatment that could apply to heart disease, stroke and a host of other human diseases related to metabolism.

15 Jun 2023

Routine testing may help to reduce health disparities for people with peripheral artery disease

Low-cost, routine testing may help to reduce disparities and health care costs for people with peripheral artery disease (PAD), according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association, published today in the Association's flagship peer-reviewed journal Circulation.

15 Jun 2023

New data challenge seeks to unravel how lipoprotein(a) levels impact risk of cardiovascular disease

The American Heart Association, the world's leading voluntary organization focused on heart and brain health, invites scientific researchers across the globe to compete in a new data challenge to better inform the scientific understanding of how lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] levels impact the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

12 Jun 2023

New study reveals alarming impact of ultra-processed foods on cardiometabolic health

Uncovering the connection between ultra-processed food intake and cardiometabolic risk factors, study investigates changes in UPF consumption and their impact on adults with metabolic syndrome over a 12-month period.

11 Jun 2023

How innovative technology aids in the fight against diabetes epidemic

Dr Chris Tackaberry, CEO of healthtech AI pioneers Clinithink, highlights the crisis facing the NHS and the importance of Diabetes Week from June 12-18. Every week, diabetes leads to around 180 amputations, 590 heart attacks and 2,300 cases of heart failure. The financial impact of this on the NHS is eye watering.

10 Jun 2023

SARS-CoV-2 hijacks body's metabolism to amplify COVID-19 severity

In a review article published in the journal Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy, scientists have discussed host metabolic alteration triggered by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and its effect on disease severity.

9 Jun 2023

Nuts for the brain: Study shows nut consumption boosts memory and brain health in seniors

Long-term consumption of mixed nuts in older adults improves brain vascular function and may enhance cognitive performance. The study highlights the potential benefits of nut consumption for brain health in aging populations.

6 Jun 2023

Researchers characterize the expression of cardiac proteins during embryonic heart development

Researchers at the UNC School of Medicine, UNC McAllister Heart Institute, and the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center characterized the expression of thousands of cardiac proteins during eight critical stages of embryonic heart development.

6 Jun 2023

The phenolic composition, antioxidant capacity, and other functional properties of fresh and dried figs

Researchers explored the phytochemical contents and health benefits of consuming figs.

6 Jun 2023

Shaping the human metabolome: the impact of a ketogenic diet

Researchers explored how the human metabolic fingerprint changes with a ketogenic diet (KD).

6 Jun 2023

Cutting free flu jabs for 50-64-year-olds and mpox vaccines could lead to future strains on the NHS, says expert

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5 Jun 2023

Parkinson's disease drug ropinirole is safe and tolerable for ALS patients, early clinical trial shows

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a fatal motor neuron disease that causes people to gradually lose control of their muscles.

1 Jun 2023

Pilot study reveals effective approach to boost adherence to Mediterranean ketogenic diet for memory concerns in older adults

Researchers explored strategies for enhancing compliance with a Mediterranean ketogenic nutrition program among older individuals.

1 Jun 2023

SCORE2- diabetes prediction model estimates the 10 year risk of cardiovascular disease in individuals with type 2 diabetes

Researchers described the development and validation process of SCORE2-Diabetes.

1 Jun 2023

Spice up your heart health: Taurine and black pepper combo shows promising cardioprotective effects

Taurine and black pepper, along with key terpene constituents, are investigated for their potential in reducing cardiovascular risk factors and combating related diseases in this comprehensive literature review. Their cardioprotective effects and mechanisms are explored.

31 May 2023

Moderate-protein diet improves metabolic health in both young and middle-aged mice

Consuming nutritious food can improve metabolic health and delay aging. But what are the appropriate quantities of dietary macronutrients that can help achieve this? To answer this, researchers from Japan fed isocaloric diets with varying amounts of protein to young and middle-aged male mice.

31 May 2023

One-third of adults in the U.S. with Type 2 diabetes may have symptomless cardiovascular disease

1 in 3 adults with Type 2 diabetes may have undetected cardiovascular disease. Elevated levels of two protein biomarkers that indicate heart damage were associated with undetected or symptomless cardiovascular disease in adults with Type 2 diabetes compared to those without Type 2 diabetes, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.

31 May 2023

Most American Indian/Alaska Native women of childbearing age have suboptimal heart health, AHA reports

Heart health risks emerge early in life in American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) women and are increased by social factors - like high levels of experiencing violence and traumatic life events - and disproportionately high rates of Type 2 diabetes, smoking and obesity, according to a new scientific statement published today in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, a peer-reviewed American Heart Association journal.

31 May 2023

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Further Reading

Study finds link between low food security and metabolic syndrome in reproductive-aged Latinx females

Bempedoic acid may offer an alternative to the popular cholesterol-lowering drugs

KU investigator develops treatment for stroke, heart disease, other metabolic diseases

Routine testing may help to reduce health disparities for people with peripheral artery disease

New data challenge seeks to unravel how lipoprotein(a) levels impact risk of cardiovascular disease

New study reveals alarming impact of ultra-processed foods on cardiometabolic health

How innovative technology aids in the fight against diabetes epidemic

SARS-CoV-2 hijacks body's metabolism to amplify COVID-19 severity

Nuts for the brain: Study shows nut consumption boosts memory and brain health in seniors

Researchers characterize the expression of cardiac proteins during embryonic heart development

The phenolic composition, antioxidant capacity, and other functional properties of fresh and dried figs

Shaping the human metabolome: the impact of a ketogenic diet

Cutting free flu jabs for 50-64-year-olds and mpox vaccines could lead to future strains on the NHS, says expert

Parkinson's disease drug ropinirole is safe and tolerable for ALS patients, early clinical trial shows

Pilot study reveals effective approach to boost adherence to Mediterranean ketogenic diet for memory concerns in older adults

SCORE2- diabetes prediction model estimates the 10 year risk of cardiovascular disease in individuals with type 2 diabetes

Spice up your heart health: Taurine and black pepper combo shows promising cardioprotective effects

Moderate-protein diet improves metabolic health in both young and middle-aged mice

One-third of adults in the U.S. with Type 2 diabetes may have symptomless cardiovascular disease

Most American Indian/Alaska Native women of childbearing age have suboptimal heart health, AHA reports

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