diseases of the heart and blood vessels — the leading cause of death worldwide. atherosclerosis (arterial plaque buildup), hypertension, and thrombosis are the primary pathologies
phytochemicals from plants address multiple cardiovascular risk factors. flavonoids improve endothelial function and reduce oxidative stress. oleic acid from olive oil lowers LDL cholesterol. phytosterols compete with cholesterol for intestinal absorption. phenolic compounds inhibit platelet aggregation
dietary patterns rich in fruit, vegetables, herbs, and healthy fats consistently reduce cardiovascular mortality. the mechanisms converge on reducing inflammation, oxidation, and thrombotic tendency
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