Epidemiological studies, and some clinical trials, demonstrate that a proper diet reduces the
rate of occurrence of cardiovascular disorders. Several in vitro studies suggest that some …

The chemical structure of polyphenols consisting of aromatic rings, capable of quenching
free radicals, makes them ideal candidates to protect against oxidation. Polyphenols are …

In spite of the decreasing trend in age-adjusted cardiovascular disease mortality in Western
European countries, an increase in the cardiovascular morbidity is expected because of the …

Within Europe large differences exist in mortality from coronary heart disease and stroke.
These diseases show a clear West-East gradient with high rates in Eastern Europe. In spite …

Diet plays an important part in the maintenance of optimal cardiovascular health. This
Review summarizes the evidence for a relationship between fruit and vegetable …

BACKGROUND: Increased interest in the potential cardio-protective effects of fruit and
vegetables is currently unsupported by systematic reviews of the reported associations of …

Objective: To quantify the relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and the
incidence of ischaemic heart disease. Design: A meta-analysis of cohort studies of the …

Abstract Purpose of Review This review aims to summarize and discuss the role of plant-
based nutrition as an adjunct to the management of cardiovascular disease (CVD) …

Growing evidence suggests that polyphenols could be serious candidates to explain the
protective effects of plant-derived foods and beverages. Based on current studies, a general …

Epidemiological studies have often shown relationships between vegetable/fruit intake and
coronary heart disease that are not clearly attributable to major macronutrients or known …