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The latest CDC statistics on Cardiovascular disease are rather grim; With an alarming number of approximately 659,000 people dying each year in the US alone, CVD is not to be taken lightly. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death not only in the US, but also worldwide. Previous studies have shown that eating more seafood was associated with a reduction in all causes and CVD-related mortality. Seafood is known to contain the following: heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fats Iron Iodine (during pregnancy) Choline Based on information published by the FDA, Choline, for example, supports the development of the baby’s spinal cord. The iron and zinc found in fish help to support children’s immune systems. Protein, vitamin B12, vitamin D, and selenium are also other sources of nutrients derived from fish. Nonetheless, many people choose to limit their seafood consumption because of fear of mercury exposure from seafood. Most Common Way People Are Exposed ...
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Mediterranean Diet - Eight Life -Changing Health Benefits


 

The primary focus of this post is to highlight eight health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. However, before these benefits are listed, a brief introduction to this diet and the primary reason(s) its adherence was considered a vital preventive and therapeutic tool for cardiodiabesity.


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The Mediterranean Diet

The Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) – describing traditional dietary and lifestyle habits in the Mediterranean region, is viewed more of an eating pattern than a strictly regimented diet plan. During the mid-20th century, these countries allegedly experienced low rates of chronic disease and higher than average adult life expectancy even though they had limited access to healthcare. Thus, it was believed that the diet, which consisted chiefly of fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts, whole grains, fish, olive oil, small amounts of dairy, and red wine, offered many benefits to their health.


According to the International Diabetes Federation, obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes mellitus are expected to become the seventh leading cause of death by 2030. So, there have been some challenges combating the above life-threatening diseases.


It’s believed that the rising coexistence of diabetes and obesity creates complex treatment challenges due to the increased risk of developing cardiovascular complications. That being the case, therapeutic strategies incorporating glycemic control, weight loss, and vascular protection are of paramount importance to successfully stave off the health and economic burden presented by diabetes(diabetes associated with obesity) which also increases the risk of cardiodiabesity. As a result, the Mediterranean diet(MedDiet) has been promoted as a means of preventing and treating cardiodiabesity. 


Cardiodiabesity

Obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes mellitus are said to be so naturally linked together that the broad term, Cardiodiabesity, has been used to reflect their coexistence and interrelationship. 



Based on several articles reviewed, there is increasing scientific evidence that shows the Mediterranean diet has a beneficial effect on obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes mellitus.  

Clinical trials have shown that MedDiet adherence is associated with the following :

  1. A lower level of inflammation, 

  2. Decreased blood pressure, 

  3. Increase levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol(HDL-C) 

  4. A more significant reduction in total weight(waist circumference), and BMI, especially for those following a MedDiet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil.


These were other discoveries made by researchers regarding higher adherence to MedDiet:

  1. It favored more significant weight loss in obese people than a low-fat diet.

  2. It has been linked to a reduction in Cardiovascular diet(CVD)risk and mortality in the general population, including the obese and non-obese individuals without CVD.

  3. It decreases the incidence of Type 2 diabetes and CVD in healthy individuals. 

  4. Reduces the severity of symptoms of individuals that already have type 2 diabetes and CVD.


According to the author(s) of one of the sources reviewed for this article, the scientific evidence appears to support the conclusion that MedDiet adherence is a preventive and therapeutic tool for cardiodiabesity.


Source:www.pubmed.gov

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