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Statin drugs are the gold standard when it comes to reducing LDL, or ‘bad’ cholesterol, but many patients at risk for heart disease refuse to take them because of severe side effects, such as muscle pain or weakness. An alternative medication, bempedoic acid, significantly lowers cholesterol and the risk of heart attacks, as well as reducing the need for a procedure that unblocks clogged arteries, according to a large clinical trial presented Saturday at the annual meeting of the American College of Cardiology. The research was published Saturday in the New England Journal of Medicine. “Statins are the cornerstone of…

Arsenic-based pesticides have been used in agricultural practices for many years, and, accordingly, soils and groundwater in the US are contaminated with varying levels of arsenic. Because arsenic exists in soil and water, it finds its way into our food supply. And nearly all foods contain some level of arsenic. What Foods Have the Most Arsenic? Studies show that most of the arsenic in the American diet comes from meat, milk, poultry, pork, eggs and seafood. Poultry is the worst offender. Some chickens exceed the EPA safety limit for arsenic by 2,000%. Meat and poultry are high in arsenic because…

Whether or not you have a written estate plan, you do have an estate plan. The laws of the state in which you reside will make decisions about your estate if you do not have a written plan. We can help you stay on top of the latest news that affects your everyday life. Subscribe to stay up to date. (To subscribe to our blog click here). If you don’t have a written estate plan, it is essential to know what the intestacy laws of your state are so that you know what will happen to your assets if you…

In a recent study published in the Antioxidants journal, researchers explored the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of bamboo leaves (BL) and sheaths (BS). Study: Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Effects of Leaves and Sheath from Bamboo (Phyllostacys edulis J. Houz). Image Credit: ListyDwi/Shutterstock.com background Phyllostacys edulis J. Houz, commonly known as bamboo, belongs to the subfamily Bambusoideae of the Poaceae family and holds significant economic value. Research on natural plant compounds’ anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties has gained significant attention in recent years due to their potential applications in various industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Bamboo leaf extracts have been found to…

Aging is a natural process and with time one grows older. But some people look older than their actual or biological age which could at times take a heavy toll on self-esteem and confidence. In some cases, it may lead to social anxiety and a tendency to avoid events and parties. Besides, looking older than biological age suggests all may not be well with one’s physical and mental health. It also indicates low fitness level. As unhealthy habits are generally at the root of faster aging, healthy lifestyle changes can often slow down the aging process. This would not only…

Over a 162-game MLB season, it’s only natural that various maladies pop up across the league. For some players, injuries are no more than a brief setback, but for others, they can derail an entire season or more.With that in mind, here’s a look at 8 players who dealt with an injury-marred 2022 but are healthy and thriving again so far this year.All stats are through Tuesday’s games.From 2019-21, Lowe looked like one of the best second basemen in baseball, posting a 138 OPS+ and 9.5 WAR (per FanGraphs) en route to an All-Star nod and two…

A Canadian healthcare provider sparked outrage after emailing out a slideshow to a group of healthy patients offering advice on medically assisted suicide. A disturbing PowerPoint presentation obtained by DailyMail.com saw Fraser Health Care, one of the largest in British Columbia, allegedly promoting assisted suicide programs to those simply receiving information on their pension packages. The slideshow includes advice on ‘expressions of wanting to die’, noting that it can be used to ‘promote a sense of control’. Terminally ill patients are also seemingly offered the chance to die within ‘a day’. It was sent amid criticism that the country’s escalation…

A recent perspective piece published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition discussed current dietary recommendations to reduce the intake of saturated fatty acids and modulate the risk of cardiovascular disease while highlighting the impact of lower saturated fatty acid intake on low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and lipoprotein A. Study: Lipoprotein(a) and Diet – A Challenge for a Role of Saturated Fat in Cardiovascular Risk Reduction? Image Credit: udra11/Shutterstock.com backgrounds Dietary modifications to modulate the risk of cardiovascular disease are an area that has gained significant attention over the past few decades. In addition, reducing saturated fatty acids has been…