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Topic- Cardiovascular health
Pesco-Mediterranean diet plus fasting optimal for heart
A Pesco-Mediterranean diet rich in plants, nuts, whole grains, extra-virgin olive oil, and fish and/or seafood is ideal for optimizing cardiovascular health, according to a cumulative review published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Intermittent fasting is recommended as part of this diet. The study is important because it adds a new wrinkle - limiting daily intake of calories in a specific time window (usually between eight to 12 hours) each day - that may be of interest.
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Physical activity curbs mortality risk from atherosclerosis
"On a scale of 1 - 10, how much do you exercise (0-none, 10-always)." Adding this simple question when assessing older adults undergoing coronary artery calcium (CAC) scans to detect atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in the arteries) can help clinicians better understand and treat people. It's another reason for organizations to emphasize physical fitness and motivate their constituents to participate.
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OK to continue hypertension drugs for COVID-19-infected patients
Two common types of high blood pressure drugs - angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and angiotensin II receptor blocks (ARBs) - are unlikely to increase susceptibility to COVID-19 or harm those who are positive for the disease, researchers say. Organizations should be aware of the findings to reassure those taking the drugs and perhaps their doctors, as well. Given that the pandemic is interfering with and delaying doctor visits in many cases, people should know they can continue these medications if they are working and not causing new side effects.
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Stats: One egg a day won't harm heart health
Eggs are an affordable source of high-quality protein, iron and unsaturated fatty acids, but due to their cholesterol content, the association between egg intake and cardiovascular disease risk has been a topic of intense debate over the past decade. This latest study adds to evidence that moderate egg consumption - up to one egg per day - is not associated with increased risk, something industry professionals should be aware of.
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First-time marathoners cut vascular age by four years
Even if you support regular physical activities among your constituents, you may hesitate to encourage embarking on a first-time marathon, or to embark on one yourself. But a new study shows that for first-time marathon runners, training and completion of the marathon was associated with reductions in blood pressure and aortic stiffening that were equivalent to a four-year reduction in vascular age, with the greatest benefits seen in older, slower male marathon runners with higher baseline blood pressure.
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Cardiorespiratory fitness linked to brain health
Evidence is mounting that cardiorespiratory exercise -- walking briskly, running, biking, etc. - may not only boost physical health and wellness, but intellectual wellness, as well, by slowing cognitive changes in the brain. While active-aging professionals are well aware of the benefits of aerobic exercise, they may not be promoting regular engagement. Think about motivating your constituents and staff to incorporate heart-pumping exercise into their daily activities.
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