Tag: Statin
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The Statin Paradox: Balancing Cardiovascular Longevity with the Risks of Metabolic Dysregulation
Statins significantly reduce cardiovascular mortality but may paradoxically induce insulin resistance and diabetes, necessitating personalized prescribing to balance vascular benefits against metabolic risks for optimal long-term health outcomes.
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Rethinking Saturated Fat: Why Decades of Dietary Dogma May Need a Modern Makeover
Contemporary evidence from high-quality trials challenges traditional saturated fat restrictions, revealing that cardiovascular outcomes depend more on what replaces saturated fat—and the food source—than absolute limits. The focus is shifting from rigid nutrient targets to holistic, food-based dietary patterns for heart health.