There is a well-established association between diet and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and associated metabolic disorders. Nutrition is a central component of ASCVD guidelines involving risk reduction; however, approximately 9 in 10
The relationship between coffee consumption and cardiovascular disease is a topic of ongoing debate. Green coffee refers to the raw unroasted coffee bean. During coffee roasting, many of the phenolic compounds present in the green coffee bean are lo
This systematic review and meta-analysis identified prospective cohort studies on Japanese people, including 9 studies on the Japanese-style diet (n = 469,190) and 49 (n = 2,668,238) on characteristic Japanese foods.
Previous research suggests that excessive fructose consumption elevates blood pressure and is linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and dyslipidaemia, all of which are detrimental to cardiometabolic health. However, the majority of epidemiological r
Olive oil is an essential component of the Mediterranean diet, being its primary fat source. Depending on the processing of the olives, different categories of olive oil are obtained, all having a high content of monounsaturated fatty acids, mainly o
A recent cross-sectional study from Bandar Abbas Children's Hospital has found a statistically significant relationship between maternal serum vitamin D level and fetal heart failure as well as anatomical heart abnormality. Lower maternal vitamin D l
Salt consumption in China is among the highest in the world, at about 11 g/day, and cardiovascular disease accounts for 40% of mortality. A recent study (click here) estimated the potential impact of reducing salt intake on CVD events in China, via s
Red yeast rice is a natural product of yeast grown on white rice. Its preparations have been extensively studied and shown to improve lipid profiles and to reduce cardiovascular risks to some extent. The major active ingredient, monacolin K, is chemi
Diet Quality Indices (DQIs) are assessment tools used to estimate the overall quality of an individual's dietary intake by assessing food and nutrient intake, as well as lifestyle characteristics, based on how well they fit with dietary guidelines. A
Vitamin E has been widely studied as not only an antioxidant but also a significant role in the modulator of signal transduction and regulator of gene expression, to promote heart health and reduce CVD risk.
The Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet incorporates elements of two well-known diets: the Mediterranean diet and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet. The MIND diet aims to reduce dementia and t
Apitherapy is promoted as an alternative medicine for various diseases. It always used a lot of bee products during the therapeutic process. A recent mini-review collected the cardioprotective potential of different bee products including bee pollen
A recent study assessed the association between a multi-dimensional Macronutrient Quality Index (MQI) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in a Mediterranean cohort. The MQI expresses high-quality macronutrient intake and was calculated based on thr
Increased dietary fiber intake could improve digest system and mitigate some health concerns such as constipation. How about its impact on heart health? A recent study highlighted that a high fiber diet (30-35 g/day) consumed by middle-aged to older
The PaleoDiet score included six food groups that are encouraged in this diet (fruit, nuts, vegetables, eggs, meat, and fish) and five that are avoided (cereals and grains, dairy products, legumes, culinary ingredients, and processed/ultra-processed
High intake of saturated fatty acid links to elevated LDL-cholesterol concentration which is positively correlated with CVD risks. As dairy products are one of the main contributors to SFA consumption in the UK, it is suggested to use lower-fat or fa
It is widely studied that omega-3 fatty acids can improve our cardiovascular health. Camelina oil is a rich source of ω-3 α-linolenic acid (ALA). However, a recent RCT showed that an ALA supplement with camelina oil did not improve vascular function
Soy provides high-quality proteins and high amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). It is also one of the most important sources of phytoestrogens. A recent randomised controlled trial (RCT) found that longer-term soy nut intake as part of a
A 24-month, non-randomised, controlled intervention trial investigated the effect of an intensive healthy lifestyle programme, with seminars, workshops and coaching, on weight and metabolic risk profile.
Good nutrition promotes maternal, infant and child health, supports normal growth, development and ageing, and reduces the risk of disease. The delivery of nutrition interventions through health systems is a key strategy to support population dietary
