Tag: Cholesterol
The study shows how statins are associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer in patients with ulcerative colitis
Solna [Sweden]Sep 3 (ANI): Cholesterol-lowering statins may protect individuals with ulcerative colitis from developing and dying of colon cancer. In individuals with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, statin medication was also related to a reduced risk of death from any cause. This according to research. Study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden and…
Gut bacteria linked to fatty deposits in heart arteries: Research
Washington DC [US], July 14 (ANI): Researchers in Sweden established a link between the number of particular bacteria in the gut and coronary atherosclerotic plaques in a large study. Atherosclerotic plaques, which are generated by the accumulation of fatty and cholesterol deposits, are a leading cause of heart attacks. The results of the study, led…
Women more likely to die from heart attack than men: Study
“These women need regular follow-up after a cardiac event, tight control of blood pressure, cholesterol levels and diabetes, and referral to cardiac rehabilitation. Smoking among young women is on the rise, and this should be addressed, along with promoting exercise and healthy lifestyles. .” Previous studies have shown that women with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI)…
Pregnancy complications linked to increased risk of heart disease: Study
Washington [US]Feb 8 (ANI): Certain pregnancy problems increase the risk of heart disease later in life. However, much more research is needed to understand how atherosclerosis occurs between pregnancy and heart disease later in life. A new study led by Lund University researchers in Sweden shows that narrowing and calcification of the heart’s blood vessels…
Jam from Icelandic currants
One of the few fruits that can ripen outdoors in Iceland is redcurrant. Right now we have an abundance of them. After breaking off the bush, washing it and freeing it from the stalks, it is enough to put these ruby treasures into a pot with a thicker bottom and put on a medium burner.…
PFOS-poisoned citizens can now get cholesterol medication in trials
The experiment involves giving the citizens of PFOS in Korsør the drug colestyramine. It is a well-known and well-proven remedy for high cholesterol. Doctors at Holbæk Hospital, who are responsible for the project, believe that the preparation may also increase the excretion of PFOS from the body. They have therefore applied to the Scientific Ethics…
In the fat
There are many claims about fat – for example “you can freeze slim”, “your metabolism goes down when you lose weight”, “fat is vital” and “you should avoid eating eggs because it raises blood fat cholesterol”. Guest expert is Fredrik Nyström, chief physician and professor of internal medicine at Linköping University. The program was broadcast…
The National Food Administration: Need better control of PFAS levels
The EU wants to lower the limit for the presence of PFAS chemicals in food and drinking water, as the effect of vaccines decreases when we have high levels of PFAS in the body. But the National Food Administration in Sweden is not tasked with keeping track of how high PFAS levels in drinking water…