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Homocysteine lowering by folate-rich diet or pharmacological supplementations in subjects with moderate hyperhomocysteinemia

This study evaluated the effects of a folate-rich diet and folic acid supplementation (5-MTHF and folic acid) on homocysteine levels in individuals with moderate hyperhomocysteinemia, also considering MTHFR C677T genotype. The results demonstrated that both the diet and supplementation led to significant reductions in homocysteine levels, with greater reductions observed

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Plant Polyphenols and Their Potential Benefits on Cardiovascular Health: A Review

This review article explores the cardiovascular benefits of plant-derived polyphenols, including kaempferol, quercetin, and resveratrol, highlighting their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasodilatory properties. These compounds work by reducing oxidative stress, improving endothelial function via nitric oxide production, and preventing LDL oxidation, which together help mitigate atherosclerosis, hypertension, and other cardiovascular diseases.

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EDTA chelation therapy meets evidence-based medicine

This article reviews the effectiveness of EDTA chelation therapy in treating cardiovascular disease, particularly for patients with diabetes and coronary artery disease. It highlights the results of the Trial to Assess Chelation Therapy (TACT), which demonstrated that EDTA can reduce cardiovascular events, improve circulation, and decrease arterial plaque, especially in

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Dietary Magnesium and Cardiovascular Disease: A Review with Emphasis in Epidemiological Studies

This review article examines the relationship between dietary magnesium intake and cardiovascular disease (CVD), emphasizing that low magnesium levels are linked to an increased risk of conditions such as hypertension, coronary heart disease, and stroke. The article highlights evidence from epidemiological studies showing that higher magnesium intake, particularly through food

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Differential association between the progression of coronary artery calcium score and coronary plaque volume progression according to statins: the Progression of AtheRosclerotic PlAque DetermIned by Computed TomoGraphic Angiography Imaging (PARADIGM) study

This observational study examined how statins influence the progression of coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores and coronary plaque volume in patients with coronary artery disease. The results indicated that statin therapy slowed the progression of both CAC and plaque volume, with the degree of effect varying by statin type. The

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June 26, 2025 No Comments