All articles tagged with #vascular health
A rat study presented at the 2026 American Physiology Summit found that curcumin, the pigment in turmeric, improves blood vessel health in Type 1 diabetes by reducing inflammation, restoring calcium signaling, and preserving aortic structure, suggesting potential to mitigate diabetes-related cardiovascular damage—though human trials are needed to assess safety, dosing, and interactions with current therapies.
A 26-year study of 12,409 adults found that avoiding midlife vascular risk factors—diabetes, high blood pressure, and smoking—was associated with about 12 more years of dementia-free life, with women showing longer dementia-free years than men; however, the observational design means causality can’t be established.
A study of 12,000+ people finds that maintaining normal blood pressure, not smoking, and not having diabetes in midlife (ages 48–68) adds about 13 dementia-free years; dementia-free years decline with each risk factor (0 factors ~30 years vs 3 factors ~17), with women generally living more years free of dementia than men.
A NYU Langone Health study followed 12,409 people for about 26 years and found that keeping blood pressure in check, avoiding diabetes, and not smoking between ages 48 and 68 could delay dementia onset by up to 13 years. Those with none of the three risk factors lived roughly 13 years dementia-free longer than those with all three, though the work shows associations rather than proven causation. The study also noted that women lived longer without dementia than men, and Black participants developed dementia sooner, suggesting vascular risk reduction benefits across groups with potential targeted prevention needs.
A 26-year study of about 12,400 middle-aged Americans found that avoiding diabetes, hypertension, and smoking in midlife was linked to roughly 13 more dementia-free years, reinforcing that better vascular health can delay cognitive decline and reduce dementia risk.
A study found midlife adults who avoid smoking, high blood pressure, and diabetes live about 13 more years without dementia (roughly 30 years dementia-free vs 17 for those with the risk factors), with results varying by sex and race—highlighting vascular health as a key factor in brain aging.
A large US-China study of 12,409 participants over a median 26 years found that keeping blood pressure normal, avoiding diabetes, and not smoking between ages 45 and 65 is associated with about 13 additional years dementia-free, suggesting midlife vascular health may delay dementia (though causality isn’t proven and disparities across sex and race were noted).
A Illinois study of 82 prediabetic adults found that adding one cup avocado and one cup mango to the diet for eight weeks improved vascular function, increasing flow-mediated dilation by 6.7% and lowering diastolic blood pressure in men, while controls saw declines. The benefits are attributed to fiber, vitamin C and unsaturated fats in the fruits. No changes in weight or total calories were observed. Limitations include a small sample size and short duration; results support fruit-based strategies for heart health but require more research.
Raynaud phenomenon occurs when small blood vessels overreact to cold or stress, causing color changes in fingers/toes (blue, white, red) and sometimes ulcers; primary Raynaud is common and usually harmless, while secondary Raynaud can accompany autoimmune diseases and be more severe. Diagnosis uses nailfold capillaroscopy and blood tests; treatments include off-label options like calcium channel blockers and, in severe cases, epoprostenol infusions. Prevention focuses on avoiding triggers, gradual warming, staying warm, stress reduction, and minimizing caffeine, nicotine, and other vasoconstrictors.
A study shows that daily consumption of unsalted, skin-roasted peanuts can increase brain blood flow and improve memory in older adults, likely due to nutrients like L-arginine, antioxidants, and healthy fats, though further research is needed to confirm long-term effects.
Research from Maastricht University shows that consuming 60 grams of peanuts daily can improve brain blood flow and memory in older adults, offering an affordable and tasty way to support cognitive health and potentially reduce age-related decline.
A 16-week study found that daily consumption of unsalted, skin-roasted peanuts improved brain blood flow, memory, and reduced blood pressure in older adults, suggesting peanuts may support healthy aging and cognitive function.
A 16-week study from Rutgers University found that metformin, a common diabetes drug, may reduce the health benefits of exercise, including improvements in blood vessel function, fitness, and blood sugar control, raising questions about combined treatment strategies for metabolic syndrome and diabetes prevention.
A Rutgers study warns that the diabetes drug metformin may reduce the health benefits of exercise, including improvements in blood vessel function, fitness, and blood sugar regulation, raising concerns about combined treatment strategies for at-risk individuals.
A Rutgers-led study found that metformin may reduce the benefits of exercise on blood vessel function, fitness, and blood sugar control, raising concerns about its combined use for diabetes prevention and treatment. The research suggests that metformin could interfere with cellular adaptations to exercise, potentially impacting long-term health outcomes for at-risk individuals.