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A new US study looked at some of the health benefits – and controversies – associated with some of the latest dietary trends, with authors offering advice on foods such as legumes, coffee, and alcohol.
One of the recent popular food trends that can benefit heart health according to a new review. (Photo by Reuters)
NEW YORK: Directed by researchers at the American College of Cardiology Nutrition & Lifestyle Workgroup of the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Council, it's their second article on the potential benefits for heart health controversial nutritional trends. "Current nutritional recommendations show that a heart-healthy diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and nuts in moderation," said Andrew Freeman, lead author of the review. "However, there are many food groups that can cause confusion among patients, including dairy products, added sugar, coffee, and alcohol."
Here are some other key findings from the study:
Including beans, chickpeas, lentils, peas and soybeans, legumes were successful in reducing coronary heart disease and improve blood sugar, LDL cholesterol, also known as "bad" cholesterol, systolic blood pressure and weight
Coffee
Coffee is one of the most Most popular lately, many studies suggest that it could have various health benefits, including reduced risk from all causes. and cardiovascular mortality. The researchers also added that there is no association between coffee and a higher risk of high blood pressure.
Tea
Black and green tea with no added sugars, sweeteners or milk and cream were found Although low-fat dairy products significantly lowered blood pressure, 39 Other studies have linked the consumption of dairy products with the increase in LDL levels.
Dairy
Cholesterol, fractures and all-cause mortality. Researchers say that it should be limited in the diet as evidence is currently mixed as to whether it is beneficial or harmful to health.
Sugars Added
Added sugars such as table sugar and high fructose corn syrup were linked to increased risk of coronary heart disease, stroke and worsened atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease . Researchers strongly recommend avoiding added sugars, including processed foods and sugary drinks such as soft drinks, fruit drinks and sports drinks.
Alcohol
The effects are mild cardiovascular disease, although the team found that a low to moderate intake is associated with a reduced risk of total cardiovascular disease. However, because of the increased risk of developing other conditions, researchers do not recommend drinking alcohol for cardiovascular benefit.
"There is no perfect diet, unique for all to prevent heart disease," Freeman said. "But, most of the evidence continues to reinforce that an herbal diet primarily based on fat, added sugars, added salt, processed foods, and with limited animal products appear to be where the data points us. " [19659005] The journal can be found published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology with the previous review of researchers also available online.
