Starting estradiol therapy soon after menopause may benefit arteries
Taking estradiol within 6 years after the onset of menopause may help prevent atherosclerosis, plaque buildup in artery walls, from progressing; however, starting estradiol therapy ten years after…
Slow, steady increase in exercise intensity is best for heart health — much more is not always much better
American Heart Association Scientific Statement: For the vast majority of people, the benefits of physical exercise outweigh the risks.
Reduced stress changes profile of various lipid compounds
Reduced stress is linked to changes in the profile of plasma metabolites, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows. According to the researchers, the findings…
Drinks with added sugars linked to lipid imbalance, which increases CVD risk
Drinking sugar-sweetened beverages daily was linked to lower high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) and higher triglyceride levels, both of which can increase cardiovascular disease risk.
New cholesterol-lowering guidelines would increase cost of treatment
The financial burden on health systems would drastically increase if new European expert guidelines for cholesterol-lowering treatment were implemented, according to a new simulation study by researchers at…