Researchers have identified another reason to limit red meat consumption: high levels of a gut-generated chemical called trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) that is also linked to heart disease. Scientists found that people who eat a diet rich in red meat have triple the TMAO levels of those who eat a diet rich in either white meat or mostly plant-based proteins, but discontinuation of red meat eventually lowers those TMAO levels.

The rise cardiovascular disease has been instrumental in fueling the coronary stent market share in the past few years. Sedentary lifestyle and a drastic change in dietary patterns have led to a surge in heart-related disorders across the globe. The demand for coronary stents has been increasing, which has encouraged medical devices and equipment manufacturers to focus on creating affordable and sustainable products to garner a competitive edge over rivals.

January 21, 2019 – Medical experts have released “Guidelines for Performing a Comprehensive Transthoracic Echocardio

Meat-free athletes have already proven the performance-boosting power of a plant-based diet. Now, “Plant-Based Diets for Cardiovascular Safety and Performance in Endurance Sports,” a new scientific review published in the journal Nutrients1 adds further evidence that plant-based athletes benefit from improvements in heart health, performance and recovery.