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Improving Cardiometabolic Health: Nutrition-Related Strategies and Mechanisms

A special issue of Nutrients (ISSN 2072-6643). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutritional Epidemiology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 March 2025 | Viewed by 3967

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1. Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital Clinic, Institut d’Investigació Biomèdica August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), University of Barcelona, Villarroel 170, 08036 Barcelona, Spain
2. Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de la Obesidad y la Nutrición (CIBEROBN), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28029 Madrid, Spain
Interests: clinical nutrition; cardiovascular risk; coronary heart disease; atherosis; nutrition and aging; antioxidants; primary prevention
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Dear Colleagues,

The primary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is crucial for reducing global morbidity and mortality. The three fundamental pillars—a healthy diet, regular exercise, and quitting smoking—are modifiable lifestyle choices. Certain foods benefit vascular function, while others may harm it. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant foods and drinks promote heart health. However, the field of dietetics is dynamic, with ongoing debates about the impacts of red meat, dairy, vitamin D, and the concept of chrononutrition. Current focuses include novel nutritional evaluations, personalized nutrition, fasting, gene–diet interactions, and education for better adherence.

The Mediterranean diet, the most researched dietary pattern, is recommended for cardiovascular and general health, but other appealing dietary alternatives exist. Dietary guidelines emphasize the key components and nutrients linked to cardiovascular health and overall mortality. Calorie restriction is considered one of the most effective ways to slow cardiovascular aging. Determining optimal dosages and consumption frequencies is essential for developing comprehensive cardiovascular health strategies.

In summary, further research is encouraged to guide and prioritize national public health policies based on the latest findings. This Special Issue should explore all aspects of effective nutrition-related strategies for improving cardiometabolic health and its underlying mechanisms.

Dr. Rosa Casas
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Keywords

  • dietary patterns
  • cardiovascular health
  • primary prevention
  • plant-based diets
  • macronutrients
  • micronutrients
  • antioxidants
  • coronary heart disease
  • nutrition
  • weight management

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Systematic Review
Acrylamide Exposure and Cardiovascular Risk: A Systematic Review
by Diana María Mérida, Jimena Rey-García, Belén Moreno-Franco and Pilar Guallar-Castillón
Nutrients 2024, 16(24), 4279; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16244279 - 11 Dec 2024
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Background/Objectives: Acrylamide is a food contaminant formed during high-temperature cooking processes, leading to unintentional human exposure. Diet is the primary source for non-smokers, with potatoes, cereals, and coffee being the main contributors. While animal studies have demonstrated that acrylamide is neurotoxic, genotoxic, mutagenic, [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: Acrylamide is a food contaminant formed during high-temperature cooking processes, leading to unintentional human exposure. Diet is the primary source for non-smokers, with potatoes, cereals, and coffee being the main contributors. While animal studies have demonstrated that acrylamide is neurotoxic, genotoxic, mutagenic, and cardiotoxic, its effects on human cardiovascular health remain poorly understood. This study aimed to evaluate the association between acrylamide exposure and cardiovascular risk. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted across four databases without restrictions on publication year or language (last search: 1 July 2024). The risk of bias was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal tools. Results: In total, 28 studies were included, predominantly from the US NHANES sample and with cross-sectional designs. Higher acrylamide exposure was associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular mortality but was inversely associated with glucose and lipid levels, as well as key cardiovascular risk factors such as diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome. Conversely, glycidamide—acrylamide’s most reactive metabolite—was positively associated with elevated glucose and lipid levels, higher systolic blood pressure, and increased obesity prevalence. Conclusions: These findings suggest that the adverse cardiovascular effects of acrylamide may be mediated by its conversion to glycidamide. Further research is necessary to fully elucidate the impact of acrylamide on cardiovascular health. Meanwhile, public health efforts should continue to focus on mitigation strategies within the food industry and raising public awareness about exposure. Full article
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