Category: CVD

2 – 3 Cups of Coffee Per Day Doubles the Risk of Death in Those with Grade 2 Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), but No Risk from Green Tea Intake Source: American Heart Association Study (December 2022) Lifestyle Medicine Update (December 27, 2022)An abundance of research in recent years has shown that regular consumption of caffeinated Read More

Two Studies Show That Green Tea Extract Lowers Bad Cholesterol and Improves Other Cardiovascular and Diabetic Risk FactorsSource: Arq Bras Cardio (2009); Nutr Res (2012)Lifestyle Medicine Update (October 3, 2022)You’ve probably heard that green tea is good for you. This is because it contains unique polyphenol compounds such as EGCG (epigallocatechin-gallate). EGCG has been shown Read More

Hawthorn in the Adjunctive Management and Prevention of High Blood Pressure, Heart Failure and Arrhythmia: The 2017 ReviewSource: Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology (2017)Lifestyle Medicine Update (December 22, 2021)I’m a big believer than individuals over the age of 45 would benefit from taking a supplement each day that contains the combination Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and Read More

LMU 160 – Unlocking Heart Health: The Tofu ConnectionSource: Journal – Circulation (American Heart Association)Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 25, 2020)Introduction:In the quest for a healthier heart, the spotlight often falls on diet choices. In a world filled with culinary temptations, a remarkable discovery has emerged: the humble tofu, packed with unique phytonutrients known as isoflavones, Read More

LMU 126 – Heart-Healthy Swaps: Embracing Plant Proteins for Cardiovascular Wellness Source: Journal – Circulation (April 2019) Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 13, 2019)IntroductionIn the vast realm of dietary choices, the heartbeat of health resonates with every bite. As science delves deeper into the symphony of nutrition, a new crescendo emerges—a symphony that replaces red meat Read More

LMU 51 – Effective Strategies for Preventing Cardiovascular Disease: Insights from Research and Expert Commentary Source: Journal – Revista Espanola de Cardiology (2008) Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 14, 2017)IntroductionCardiovascular Disease (CVD) remains a prominent cause of morbidity and mortality globally. In an effort to curb the prevalence of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and related Read More