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Date: 2025/02/18 - 20:34

What's the latest on cholesterol, heart health, GLP-1 drugs, and more?

This article showcases a curated list of standout studies over the last week on topics such as cholesterol, GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, and supplements for heart health.

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Date: 2025/02/17 - 20:00

Ozempic, Wegovy may help curb alcohol cravings

Semaglutide — the active substance in Ozempic and Wegovy — may help reduce alcohol cravings in people with alcohol use disorder, a new study suggests.

Date: 2025/02/11 - 00:32

Later Onset Menopause Linked to Lower Risk of Stroke, Heart Attack

A new study reports that later-onset menopause is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular compared to those who stop menstruating at an earlier age. Females who started menopause later had less oxidative stress and, therefore, healthier blood vessels.

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Date: 2025/02/06 - 20:00

Can too much ‘good’ cholesterol increase glaucoma risk?

A new study suggests that adults over the age of 55 with too much "good" HDL cholesterol may be at a higher risk of developing glaucoma.

Date: 2025/02/02 - 11:31

Lower cholesterol linked to shift to plant-based meat alternatives

Short-term use of plant-based meat alternatives could help lower levels of LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol, and help to manage weight.

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Date: 2024/12/28 - 17:00

Low carb diet may improve cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes

Replacing a portion of carbohydrates with protein and fat may help improve cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes, a new study indicates.

Date: 2024/12/27 - 11:31

Healthy breakfasts could help lower cardiovascular disease risk

For a healthy heart, the best breakfast is one that provides 20% to 30% of daily calorie intake, while wating either less or more may increase certain cardiometabolic risk factors in older adults.

Date: 2024/12/12 - 01:30

NIH research reveals new insights about how 'bad' cholesterol works in the body

Findings could pave the way for more personalized treatments for cardiovascular disease.

Date: 2024/12/07 - 00:32

90-30-50 Diet for Weight Loss. Does the TikTok Trend Work?

The 90-30-50 diet for weight loss is going viral on TikTok. It involves eating 90 grams of protein, 30 grams of fiber, and 50 grams of fat per day, but is it effective? Here's what nutritionists think.

Date: 2024/11/14 - 16:00

Cholesterol fluctuations may be a tell-tale sign of dementia

Unexplained fluctuations in cholesterol levels have been linked to dementia and cognitive decline in a recent study.