Many people choose xylitol instead of sugar because it has fewer calories and has little effect on blood sugar. It is commonly found in sugar-free gum, candies, toothpaste, mouthwash, baked goods, and other low-sugar products.
Cardiovascular – Heart Conditions
Could Xylitol Affect Your Heart? New Research Raises Questions
Xylitol has long been promoted as a healthier alternative to sugar. It’s found in products like sugar-free gum, candies, toothpaste, and many low-sugar foods. But new research suggests there may be more to learn about how it affects heart health.
New Advancements to Lower LDL Cholesterol in Adults with High Cholesterol
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Lipfendra (enlicitide), the first oral inhibitor of proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9), as an adjunct to diet and exercise to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), or “bad” cholesterol, in adults with hypercholesterolemia, including those with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia...
Risk Factors for Aortic Dissection: What You Need to Know
An aortic dissection is a rare but life-threatening medical emergency. It happens when a tear forms in the inner layer of the aorta, the largest artery in the body. Blood flows into the tear and separates the layers of the artery wall. This can reduce blood flow to important organs or even cause the aorta to rupture.
Here Are The New Cholesterol Guidelines
If your doctor has talked to you about cholesterol before, the conversation may sound a little different next time.
The newest cholesterol guidelines shift the focus from simply treating high cholesterol as a number to preventing heart disease much earlier.
Stroke Prevention: What You Can Do Today to Protect Your Brain
A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells begin to die within minutes. Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide and a major cause of long-term disability. Millions of people are affected each year, and the burden is growing—especially in low- and middle-income countries. The good news is that many strokes are preventable.
A major global report published in The Lancet Public Health explains how better prevention strategies could dramatically reduce stroke rates and save lives. Here is what the research shows—and what you can do in your daily life to lower your risk.