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Nine Daily Servings of Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Higher Heart Risk
health14 days ago

Nine Daily Servings of Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Higher Heart Risk

A study of more than 6,800 U.S. adults, presented at the ACC Scientific Session and published in JACC Advances, found that consuming more than nine servings of ultra-processed foods daily increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, or death by about 67% compared with one serving, with each extra daily serving raising risk by roughly 5%; risk is higher for Black Americans, and experts suggest labeling and limiting ultra-processed items and practical strategies to replace them with healthier options.

"Rising Trend: Young Adults Facing Increased Risk of Heart Attacks"
health2 years ago

"Rising Trend: Young Adults Facing Increased Risk of Heart Attacks"

The American College of Cardiology warns that an increasing number of people under 40 are experiencing heart attacks, with factors such as decreased physical activity and poor diet contributing to the trend. Dr. Vedant A. Gupta emphasizes the importance of recognizing warning signs and seeking care, while also stressing the need for preventative therapy and immediate action in the event of a cardiac episode.

Improving Management and Treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved EF.
healthcare3 years ago

Improving Management and Treatment of Heart Failure with Preserved EF.

The American College of Cardiology has released an Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on the management of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). The document highlights the need for accurate diagnosis of HFpEF to permit timely implementation of evidence- and guideline-based therapies to improve patient outcomes. HFpEF is a complex condition, often with multiple overlapping comorbidities, including hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and sleep apnea; optimal management requires a multidisciplinary approach. The ECDP lays out a structure for diagnosis, clinical decision-making, management of comorbidities, implementation of the latest guideline-directed medical therapy, and equitable delivery of care.