[The relevance of diet for civilization diseases, especially atherosclerosis]
- PMID: 2219947
[The relevance of diet for civilization diseases, especially atherosclerosis]
Abstract
Atherosclerosis is a consequence of modern civilization and nutrition. It became a problem due to higher life-expectancy and changed nutritional habits. This is discussed in relation to myocardial infarction, gout and inborn errors of metabolism and modern nutrition.