cholesterol
Experimental Drug Reduces Deadly Cholesterol by 94% in 2025 Study
A single dose of lepodisiran, an experimental drug, reduced lipoprotein(a) levels by 94% in a 2025 clinical trial, offering hope for millions at risk of heart disease.
Plant-Based Diet: A Potential Weapon Against Lp(a) and Heart Disease?
Lp(a), a lesser-known type of cholesterol, poses a significant threat to heart health, often lurking undetected even when LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels are under control. Elevated Lp(a) levels dramatically increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes, but genetics primarily…
Statins: Miracle Cure or Overhyped Pill?
Statins, a class of cholesterol-lowering drugs prescribed to millions of people, are often considered a cornerstone in preventing cardiovascular diseases, as stated by NutritionFacts.org. However, like any medication, statins come with both potential benefits and risks that should be carefully…
Omega-3s and Vegetarians’ Stroke Risk. EPIC-Oxford study
Recent findings from the EPIC-Oxford study have sparked discussions in the health and nutrition community about the paradoxical health risks associated with vegetarian diets. While vegetarianism is linked to a lower risk of heart disease, researchers discovered that it may…
Quinoa: The Tiny Seed That Could Slash Your Triglycerides
Quinoa, a “superfood” renowned for its nutritional prowess, may hold a powerful secret: the ability to significantly lower triglycerides, a type of fat found in the blood that can increase the risk of heart disease. This ancient seed, enjoyed for…
Salt: The Hidden Culprit Behind Japan’s Stroke Decline?
A fascinating phenomenon has emerged as Japan’s diet shifted towards Western patterns with increased meat and dairy consumption: stroke rates, once alarmingly high, have plummeted. This trend, seemingly paradoxical given the association of saturated fat with cardiovascular disease, invites a…
