A new analysis of ARIC data shows a significant association between cigarette smoking and risk for heart failure (HF) with both reduced and preserved ejection fraction (EF).
EVOO-Enriched Chocolate Benefits People With Type 2 Diabetes, Study Finds
Researchers found that patients with type 2 diabetes could benefit from eating chocolate enriched with EVOO by decreasing their risk of developing atherosclerosis.
May. 10, 2021
A new study has confirmed that chocolate enriched with extra virgin olive oil improves endothelial function and oxidative stress in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Endothelial dysfunction and oxidative stress are some of the most important mechanisms underlying the atherosclerotic process in type 2 diabetes, meaning these patients are at a high risk of developing systemic atherosclerosis.
The Detrimental Health Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods
Prepared and highly processed foods have become very common, and they ve been linked to negative health effects like obesity and high blood pressure. But we all process food when we cook it, and not all processed foods are unhealthy. Some foods, like canned vegetables or tuna, are often packed at the peak of nutritional quality. The point is to try not to rely too much on highly processed or ultra-processed foods, like ready-to-eat or microwaveable foods. These convenient foods tend to be high in sugars, unhealthy fats, salt, and are typically eaten in large quantities.