Tag: LDL cholesterol
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First-in-Human Gene-Editing Therapy Halves Bad Cholesterol: CTX310 Trial Signals Breakthrough
Groundbreaking CTX310 Trial in Australia Shows Promise for Hard-to-Treat Lipid Disorders In a landmark study conducted in Australia, researchers have reported that a first-in-human trial of CTX310—a gene-editing therapy—effectively halves levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides in individuals with lipid disorders that are difficult to manage with current treatments. The early results, unveiled…
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First-in-Human Trial: CTX310 Gene-Editing Therapy Halves Bad Cholesterol
Groundbreaking Step in Lipid Disorder Treatment In a landmark development for cardiovascular health, researchers in Australia have initiated a first-in-human trial of CTX310, a gene-editing therapy designed to dramatically reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides in individuals with difficult-to-treat lipid disorders. Early results suggest the therapy can halve levels of harmful lipids, offering a potential…
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LDL Cholesterol Drops for Vets in Health Coaching Program
Overview: A Targeted Approach to LDL Reduction Cholesterol management is a cornerstone of reducing cardiovascular risk, especially for veterans with heart and blood vessel disease. Recent quality improvement efforts that combined health care coaching with additional resources have produced meaningful improvements in LDL cholesterol levels. After 24 months, about one-third (34%) of participating veterans achieved…
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LDL Cholesterol Drops for Veterans in Health Coaching Program
Understanding the Shifts in LDL Cholesterol for Veterans Managing cholesterol is a cornerstone of preventing heart disease, and a recent quality improvement initiative focused on veterans with heart and blood vessel disease who also had high cholesterol. The program combined health care coaching with access to resources designed to support lifestyle changes. After 24 months,…
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Skipping Breakfast Quietly Damages Arteries, Study Finds
Introduction: A Simple Habit, A Serious Risk What you eat first thing in the morning can set the tone for your cardiovascular health for the rest of the day. Recent analyses show that skipping breakfast is not just a minor dietary quirk; it can quietly accelerate the buildup of arterial plaque and raise the risk…
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Skipping Breakfast: A Silent Threat to Arterial Health and Heart Risk
Breakfast and arterial health: a quiet but powerful connection What you eat first thing in the morning can set the tone for your entire day—and, as medical experts warn, it may also influence the health of your arteries. A growing body of research links skipping breakfast with several adverse cardiovascular changes, including higher LDL cholesterol,…
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Skipping Breakfast: How It Silently Damages Arteries and Raises Heart Risk
Why breakfast matters for arterial health What you eat in the morning can set the tone for your body’s metabolism, blood sugar, and inflammation levels for the rest of the day. Emerging evidence suggests that skipping breakfast disrupts the body’s natural rhythms, contributing to higher LDL cholesterol, increased blood pressure, and inflammatory processes that quietly…
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4 Everyday Drinks to Help Prevent Artery Plaque and Boost Blood Flow
Protecting Your Arteries with Everyday Choices Nourishing your arteries involves mindful eating and drinking. While no single beverage can wipe away artery plaque, certain drinks can support heart health by reducing inflammation, lowering bad cholesterol, and promoting smoother blood flow. Here, we explore four accessible beverages—green tea, pomegranate juice, beetroot juice, and turmeric milk—that can…