Disease Conditions

High intake of flavonoid-rich foods, such as apple and onions, may decrease the risk of cardiovascular diseases, total, and coronary mortality.

The consumption of high-fat diets may increase cardiovascular disease risk.

Excessive weight gain is not associated with regular consumption of school breakfasts among middle school students.

Healthy cardiovascular and metabolic profiles are associated with frequent consumption of low-fat vegan diets.

High consumption of proteins of plant origin may diminish the risk of developing ovulatory infertility.

Ingesting large amounts of fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of developing cancer.

A decline in cognitive function is associated with coronary artery bypass surgery.

High intake of polyunsaturated fat may lower the risk of developing coronary artery atherosclerosis in African green monkeys. This study evaluated the relationship between the consumption of monounsaturated, saturated, and polyunsaturated fat and coronary artery atherosclerosis development. Researchers fed 3 groups of African green monkeys with diets rich in saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats. Atherosclerosis...

The occurrence of local and systemic inflammation in atherosclerosis is linked to the plaque piercing action of cholesterol crystals.

The intake of calcium supplements is linked with high risk of stroke, angina, myocardial infarction, ischemic heart attack, and sudden death.

High intake of calcium supplements may promote the development of adverse cardiovascular events, such as stroke and myocardial infarction.

The inhibitory action of free fatty acids on glucose transport, oxidation, and glycogen synthesis may be responsible for lipid-induced insulin resistance in humans.