Cardio Buzz Dr. Hussien Heshmat

In this episode of Cardio Buzz, host and guest Dr. Daniel Jones discuss contrast nephropathy, a kidney injury caused by contrast agents used in medical imaging, and a promising intervention to reduce its incidence. Dr. Jones explains that inorganic nitrates, which are naturally found in green leafy vegetables, have shown significant potential in preventing contrast-induced nephropathy and associated acute kidney injuries in a recent study. This study involved 640 high-risk patients and demonstrated that inorganic nitrates reduced kidney injuries by 60% and improved long-term cardiovascular outcomes. The episode concludes with a conversation about the practical implications and future research plans for this intervention.

Microplastics are small pieces of plastic less than five millimeters in size that result from the degradation of larger plastic items. Derived from synthetic materials such as polyethylene and polyvinyl chloride, plastics are known for their durability and low cost but pose significant environmental and health risks due to their inability to biodegrade. Microplastics, including even smaller nanoplastics, are found everywhere - in our food, water, air, and even within the human body, where they can be ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. Italian researchers published their work in March 2024, found microplastics in the atherosclerotic plaques of patients with carotid artery stenosis. This presence of micro and nanoplastics was associated with higher levels of inflammation and an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. While this finding indicates a correlation rather than causation, it raises concerns about the potential health impacts of microplastics. We provide practical advice on minimizing exposure to microplastics, such as avoiding single-use plastics, choosing products with minimal or no plastic packaging, and opting for natural fibers over synthetic ones.
 
00:00 Introduction to Plastics: Types and Properties
00:26 The Environmental and Health Impact of Microplastics
01:39 Investigating Microplastics in Human Arteries: A Groundbreaking Study
02:25 Study Findings: Microplastics in Atherosclerotic Plaques
03:12 Implications of the Study: Association vs. Causation
03:44 Practical Steps to Minimize Microplastic Exposure
04:47 Conclusion: The Challenge of Avoiding Microplastics
 

With #diabetes projected to affect 783 million patients globally, understanding its connection to #coronary disease, #heartfailure , and #kidneydisease is crucial. We explore the latest guidelines from the European Society of Cardiology and break down the essentials, from diabetes diagnosis to cardiovascular risk assessment, lifestyle modifications, glucose-lowering medications, and other topics.
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لدينا جميعاً شعور أن حالات الموت المفاجئ ☠️ دون سابق إنذار قد زادت  بين أوساط الشباب والرياضيين 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️
وعندما اجتاحتنا الكورونا 😷😷😷 في سنة ألفين وعشرين وزادت معها معدل الوفيات طبعا وزاد معها شعورنا بكثرة حالات الموت المفاجئ
ونسبها البعض الى الكورونا نفسها ونسبها البعض الآخر للتطعيمات أو اللقاحات واختلط في ذلك العلم.. بتأويلات مدّعي العلم وبنظريات المؤامرة
فهل هناك علاقة بين الإصابة بالكورونا والموت المفاجئ  
وماذا عن اللقاحات وأثرها؟💉💉
الإجابة المباشرة والقصيرة هي نعم 
هناك ارتباط بين الإصابة بالكورونا وأمراض القلب والموت المفاجئ 💔💔❤️‍🩹
ونعم هناك ارتباط بين لقاحات الكورونا وبعض أمراض القلب 💔 
ولكن دعونا نبدأ القصة من البداية