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Review
. 2021 Aug 19;23(10):143.
doi: 10.1007/s11886-021-01577-1.

Prevention and Reversal of Morbidity in Today's Cardiovascular Patient: Role of Lifestyle Modification and Nutrition in the Current Era

Omkar Betageri  1 , Bashar Al-Turk  2 , Andrew M Freeman  3 , Monica Aggarwal  4
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Review

Prevention and Reversal of Morbidity in Today's Cardiovascular Patient: Role of Lifestyle Modification and Nutrition in the Current Era

Omkar Betageri et al. Curr Cardiol Rep. .

Abstract

Purpose of review: The prevalence of cardiovascular disease despite good medical therapy is on the rise, driven by risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, and obesity. As healthcare providers, we must seek to better advise patients on preventative strategies through lifestyle changes.

Recent findings: Guideline recommendations have been published by professional societies on the prevention of heart disease through lifestyle changes; however, limited education and experience with these lifestyle-modifying methods hinders appropriate counseling and treatment of patients. Robust data support the use of lifestyle medicine to reduce cardiovascular morbidity and risk. These include, a more plant-based whole food diet, regular exercise, stress relief, connectedness, and other lifestyle approaches. This review will help further the understanding of the front-line clinician in cardiovascular prevention.

Keywords: Diet; Exercise; Lifestyle; Nutrition; Plant based; Preventive.

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