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Cholesterol Guidelines Push Early Screening and Personalized Care
health3 days ago

Cholesterol Guidelines Push Early Screening and Personalized Care

The ACC/AHA issued major updates to cholesterol guidelines—the first since 2018—emphasizing earlier detection (including possible screening starting at age 9 for those with a family history), more aggressive, personalized statin therapy, and a renewed focus on lifestyle changes; saturated fats are highlighted as the primary dietary driver of blood cholesterol, not dietary cholesterol, and a new validated tool helps clinicians tailor treatment.

via 9and10News.com|
#cholesterol-guidelines#health#ldl-cholesterol
Influencer-fueled protein bars hide high saturated fat, rivaling burgers, dietitians warn
health1 month ago

Influencer-fueled protein bars hide high saturated fat, rivaling burgers, dietitians warn

Some influencer-endorsed protein bars pack 8–11g of saturated fat—enough to rival or exceed a fast-food cheeseburger—so reading labels matters. Look for bars with ≤3g saturated fat, ≥15–20g protein, and ≤8g added sugar, and favor unsaturated fats (canola or sunflower) over palm kernel or coconut oil. High saturated fat can raise LDL and affect heart risk even for active people, so pair such bars with an overall nutrient-rich day; consider swaps like soy-based bars or dairy-based snacks (Greek yogurt with fruit or cottage cheese with cacao nibs) for a dessert-like bite without the stealth fat.

via Iowa Park Leader|
#health#heart-health#influencer-marketing
Cholesterol risk isn’t about weight alone—genetics and fat intake matter
health-and-wellbeing1 month ago

Cholesterol risk isn’t about weight alone—genetics and fat intake matter

High LDL cholesterol raises heart attack and stroke risk, but being lean doesn’t guarantee safety; genetics and saturated-fat intake largely drive LDL levels. Obesity mainly affects other lipids (triglycerides and remnant cholesterol) and is linked to diabetes and high blood pressure, which can make LDL more harmful. Overall cardiovascular risk isn’t determined by LDL alone, so a clinician should assess it—consider NHS checks from age 40 and family history of early heart disease.

via The Guardian|
#cardiovascular-risk#cholesterol#genetics
Plant-Based Fats May Protect Against Dementia, Large Cohort Finds
health2 months ago

Plant-Based Fats May Protect Against Dementia, Large Cohort Finds

A large observational study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that replacing animal fats with vegetable fats and, more broadly, consuming more unsaturated plant fats, is linked to a lower risk of dementia in older adults. Those in the highest vegetable-fat group had about a 31% lower dementia risk; substituting 5% of daily calories from animal fat with vegetable fat was tied to roughly a 15% risk reduction. Higher saturated fat intake correlated with greater dementia risk, while monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats showed protective associations. The results persisted across demographics and genetic risk markers, but the study is observational and cannot prove causation; memory-based dietary data and other unmeasured factors may influence the findings.

via PsyPost|
#dementia#dietary-fats#health
Olive Oil Emerges as the Healthier Fat, Experts Say
health4 months ago

Olive Oil Emerges as the Healthier Fat, Experts Say

Nutrition experts say olive oil is generally healthier than butter due to its higher unsaturated fats and links to lower heart disease risk; butter is high in saturated fat, and replacing butter with plant-based oils is associated with lower mortality in large studies. Butter can be enjoyed in moderation, but olive oil is recommended for everyday cooking to support heart and metabolic health, per the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines and expert guidance.

via HuffPost|
#butter#health#heart-health
RFK Jr.'s New Food and Lifestyle Guidelines Spark Public Debate
health4 months ago

RFK Jr.'s New Food and Lifestyle Guidelines Spark Public Debate

The Trump administration announced new dietary guidelines emphasizing real foods and including red meat and full-fat dairy at the top of an inverted food pyramid, sparking debate among health experts who caution against high saturated fat intake and recommend a balanced diet with diverse protein sources, more plant-based foods, and reduced processed foods.

via CNBC|
#dietary-guidelines#health#plant-based-proteins
Experts Say Ultraprocessed Food Could Benefit Health and Environment
health-and-environment10 months ago

Experts Say Ultraprocessed Food Could Benefit Health and Environment

Experts suggest that carefully chosen plant-based meats, despite being ultraprocessed, can be beneficial for health and the planet by reducing greenhouse gases and land use, though concerns about high salt and saturated fat levels remain. Improvements in formulation and labeling are ongoing, and consumers are advised to read nutrition labels and consider cost and health impacts when choosing these alternatives.

via CNN|
#climate-change#health-and-environment#nutrition
Reevaluating Eggs: Heart Health and Dietary Benefits
health10 months ago

Reevaluating Eggs: Heart Health and Dietary Benefits

A study from the University of South Australia challenges the traditional view that eggs raise bad cholesterol and increase heart disease risk. The research shows that consuming eggs within a low saturated fat diet does not elevate LDL cholesterol levels, suggesting saturated fats in processed meats and full-fat dairy are more significant contributors to heart disease. The findings imply that eggs can be part of a healthy diet when paired with low saturated fat foods, and the focus should shift from eggs to the quality of accompanying foods.

via Earth.com|
#cholesterol#dietary-fats#eggs