Category Archives: Cardiovascular Disease

Lysine, Vitamin B6 and Carnitine: Blood Lipids

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Hyperlipidaemia is a condition characterised by high levels of certain lipids in the blood. The cause of hyperlipidaemia is a dysfunctional metabolism centreing on insulin resistance and fatty liver disease. The consequences of hyperlipidaemia are the development of cardiovascular disease. … Continue reading →

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Folic Acid and Homocysteine

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Homocystien is a product of methionine metabolism. Homocysteine has been shown to have detrimental effects on cells and tissues if levels rise. Under normal circumstances homocysteine is converted to other substances that are benign in their effects and so homocysteine … Continue reading →

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Some Clinical Roles for Coenzyme Q10

Posted on May 22, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Coenzyme Q10 is required for the correct production of energy in mitochondria. In this role, it is vital to the production of energy in all eukaryotic cells. Supplemental coenzyme Q10 may have antioxidant and energy production roles, and this may … Continue reading →

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Edible Marine Seaweeds: Part 3

Posted on June 29, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Seaweeds contain a number of phytochemicals that may play an important role in protecting from cardiovascular disease. Some of these phytochemicals are peptides that may interfere with the development of cardiovascular disease through reductions in blood pressure. Seaweeds are also … Continue reading →

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Mycoprotein and Cardiovascular Disease

Posted on May 4, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Mycoprotein is a mould that is often touted as a meat substitute. Mycoprotein is synthesised from the filamentous fungus Fusarium venenatum and is high in protein and certain other nutrients. Studies have investigated the cholesterol lowering properties of mycoprotein in … Continue reading →

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Beetroot as a Source of Nitrate

Posted on January 19, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Red beetroot (Beta vulgaris) is a rich source of phytochemicals that may provide health benefits to individuals who consume it regularly as part of a healthy diet. Red beetroot has been evidenced to contain betanin, phenolic compounds, saponins, fibre, vitamins … Continue reading →

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Lycopene for Health

Posted on February 27, 2021 by Robert Barrington
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More on Eggs and Blood Cholesterol

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Eggs are a rich source of cholesterol. This cholesterol is contained mainly in the yolk of the eggs. Some sources claim that consumption of eggs is associated with detrimental health effects because of the cholesterol within the eggs. However, the … Continue reading →

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Cardioprotection From Tree Nuts

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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The Heart Healthy Mediterranean Diet

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Robert Barrington

The Mediterranean diet is the traditional diet consumed by the populations living around the Mediterranean Sea. The diet consists of unprocessed and unrefined whole cereal grains, fruits, vegetables, fish, poultry, red wine, olive oil, olives and dairy including milk and … Continue reading →

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