Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Low-carb Diets Linked To Atherosclerosis And Impaired Blood Vessel Growth

Can not say I am surprised, but with many of you on low carb diets this is important!

Low-carb Diets Linked To Atherosclerosis And Impaired Blood Vessel Growth:
"...mice placed on a 12-week low carbohydrate/high-protein diet showed a significant increase in atherosclerosis, a buildup of plaque in the heart's arteries and a leading cause of heart attack and stroke. The findings also showed that the diet led to an impaired ability to form new blood vessels in tissues deprived of blood flow, as might occur during a heart attack."

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