CARDIOVASCULAR RISK FACTOR

This study looked at how a diabetes prevention lifestyle program affects weight, heart health, and stress levels in adults from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds. Researchers followed 15 participants for 18 months to see if the program helped them maintain weight loss a…

This study looked at whether switching to a specific HIV medication called doravirine could be better for heart health compared to other common HIV drugs. It involved 26 adults with stable, treated HIV and high cholesterol. Researchers measured cholesterol function and markers li…

This small study tested whether drinking a ketone supplement for two weeks could improve heart and brain health in older adults. Eleven participants aged 50-75 tried both the ketone drink and a placebo for two weeks each. Researchers measured blood pressure, blood vessel function…

This study tested whether replacing sitting time with standing and light walking could improve daily blood sugar control. It involved 18 South Asian adults with overweight or obesity who normally sat a lot. Participants tried two different 4-day routines: one with lots of sitting…

This study investigated whether treating insomnia could reduce the higher risk of heart disease seen in people with PTSD. Researchers enrolled 140 adults with both PTSD and insomnia. They tested if an 8-week sleep therapy program could improve key markers of heart health, like bl…

This study tested a new 2-year weight loss program called 'Med-South,' which adapts a Mediterranean-style diet for Southern U.S. preferences. Researchers compared it directly to the popular WW (Weight Watchers) program. The goal was to see which approach helped 360 adults with ob…

This study tested if a stretching program is better than standard exercise advice for lowering heart and blood pressure risks in pregnant women with obesity. It involved 224 women from 27 to 37 weeks of pregnancy. The goal was to see if stretching could help prevent serious pregn…

This study tested whether a one-year online program could help inactive adults at risk for heart disease get more exercise. The program included weekly coaching sessions, remote support, and a wearable activity tracker. Researchers compared this intensive program to a simpler app…

This study aimed to understand if a single, large dose of choline—a nutrient found in foods like eggs and meat—could temporarily harm blood vessel function in healthy adults. Researchers gave 29 participants either choline or a placebo pill on two separate occasions and measured …

This study aimed to understand if drinking orange juice has different effects on heart and diabetes risk factors compared to sugary drinks like soda. Researchers had 56 normal-weight and overweight adults drink either orange juice or a sugar-sweetened beverage daily for four week…

This study followed up with 72 young adults who were part of a large European health survey as teenagers 10 years ago. Researchers aimed to understand how diet, physical activity, and other lifestyle factors during adolescence influence the risk of developing heart problems in ea…

This study aimed to understand if taking a choline supplement for a short time could harm blood vessel function in healthy adults. Researchers gave 20 participants either choline or a placebo for five days and measured how well their arteries worked. The goal was to gather basic …

This study looked back at health records to see if there's a link between a person's physical fitness, body weight, and the health of their gums. Researchers analyzed data from 61 adults, checking their gum health, activity levels, and body measurements. The goal was to understan…

This study aimed to understand if the body processes choline—a nutrient needed for health—differently when it comes from eggs versus from supplements. Researchers wanted to see if these different sources changed the level of a blood compound (TMAO) linked to heart disease risk. T…

This study aimed to understand why Black individuals are more prone to high blood pressure and heart problems from eating too much salt. Researchers compared how a single high-salt meal affected blood pressure and blood vessel function in healthy Black and White adults. They meas…

This study aimed to understand how different workout intensities affect a hormone called ghrelin, which controls hunger and metabolism. Researchers compared high and low-intensity exercise in 40 lean and obese adults, some with prediabetes, to see how it changed hormone levels, a…