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The Veganator
- Dec 23, 2012
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Thanks CBS, appreciate that buddy.
I do think that a lot can be done to improve the overall health of the individual, and definitely improve their chances of not having a heart attack... but honestly? To a large degree diet can reverse many if not all cardiac concerns but not always with a 100% success rate. Undiagnosed and/or underlying issues can often be a contributing factor and the unlucky individuals may unfortunately receive little warning of them.
Diet, exercise, and a healthy bodyweight are not the only markers for a healthy heart. Anyone ~ Even the most healthy and successful athletes, due to genetic factors may be at risk for transient ischemic attack, stroke, or myocardial infarction. Genetic predispositions are still factors that can lead to atherosclerosis (even if the person appears healthy), and even if they have low LDL levels. I am aware that doctors have been using an enzyme called Lp-Pla2 (lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2) to measure the risk of someone suffering a heart attack, as Lp-Pla2 has been linked to unstable and rupture-prone plaque in the arteries. Maybe you or Dr. Jim could further elaborate on this?
Diet can no doubt help, certain supplements can be of even further benefit but if you're going to go out that way then often there's very little control you have over that!
I do think that a lot can be done to improve the overall health of the individual, and definitely improve their chances of not having a heart attack... but honestly? To a large degree diet can reverse many if not all cardiac concerns but not always with a 100% success rate. Undiagnosed and/or underlying issues can often be a contributing factor and the unlucky individuals may unfortunately receive little warning of them.
Diet, exercise, and a healthy bodyweight are not the only markers for a healthy heart. Anyone ~ Even the most healthy and successful athletes, due to genetic factors may be at risk for transient ischemic attack, stroke, or myocardial infarction. Genetic predispositions are still factors that can lead to atherosclerosis (even if the person appears healthy), and even if they have low LDL levels. I am aware that doctors have been using an enzyme called Lp-Pla2 (lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2) to measure the risk of someone suffering a heart attack, as Lp-Pla2 has been linked to unstable and rupture-prone plaque in the arteries. Maybe you or Dr. Jim could further elaborate on this?
Diet can no doubt help, certain supplements can be of even further benefit but if you're going to go out that way then often there's very little control you have over that!
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