Could vitamin D lower cardiovascular death risk?

Researchers have discovered that people with CVD who had vitamin D levels within the normal range were less likely to die from the disease.

Reassessing the benefits of plant-based eating

A large dietary study from 18 countries, across seven geographic regions has found that even relatively moderate intake of fruit, vegetables and legumes such as beans and lentils may lower a person’s risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and death.

Butter not significantly linked to ill health, says study

Saturated fats are bad for us, but maybe not in every case. Butter, it seems, may not increase the risk of CVD and may protect against diabetes.

Diet that mimics fasting may promote longevity and improve healthspan

Researchers have created a fasting-mimicking diet that they found increased lifespan and healthspan of mice and reduced risk factors linked to cancer, CVD and diabetes in humans.

Physicians want to learn more about diet, cardiovascular disease prevention

Most physicians are aware of the importance of lifestyle factors in preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD) — and believe diet is as important as statin therapy and exercise, according to a new survey.

Salt intake not associated with mortality or risk of cardiovascular disease, heart failure in older adults

Like salty foods? Salt intake was not associated with mortality or risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and health failure (HF) in older adults based on self-reported estimated sodium intake…

The relationship between milk and dairy consumption and disease risk

Globally, cardiovascular disease (CVD) claims 17 million lives each year, while complications from high blood pressure take an additional 9.4 million.

Intensive behavioral counseling recommended for overweight and obese patients with cardio risk factors

The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that overweight or obese adults with at least one additional risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) be offered or referred…

Study links vitamin D deficiency to ‘all-cause mortality and cancer prognosis’

A new study finds a link between low vitamin D levels and all-cause mortality – including CVD and cancer. Researchers say the deficiency may even be linked to cancer prognosis.

Study questions health benefits attributed to red wine compound

Despite several previous studies stating the contrary, a new study suggests resveratrol – an antioxidant found in red wine – does not decreases chances of developing CVD or cancer.

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