Everything You Must Know About Aspirin: 2023 - The Evolving Heart Health Paradigm
Sep 1, 2023
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Dr. Joel Kahn discusses the evolving research on aspirin, including studies from 2018 casting doubts on its universal need. The benefits of aspirin for high calcium CT scores are explored. New insights reveal the risks of discontinuing aspirin post-heart attack in 2023. Other topics covered include a banana-blueberry smoothie study, enhancing broccoli benefits, semaglutide for heart failure, and the potential benefits of aspirin for heart health.
Daily aspirin may not be universally needed, but individuals with high calcium CT scores can benefit from it.
Discontinuing aspirin post-heart attack, even years later, may pose risks.
Deep dives
Bananas and Blueberries in Smoothies
A study from UC Davis found that adding a banana to a smoothie with blueberries reduces antioxidant activity and polyphenol availability, suggesting that it is better to consume either blueberries or bananas alone.
Semaglutide and Heart Failure
A trial presented at the European Society of Cardiology showed that semaglutide, an obesity drug, has potential benefits for patients with heart failure and preserved ejection fraction (HFPEF). Semaglutide reduced NT pro BNP levels and the incidence of congestive heart failure compared to placebo, making it a potential treatment option for HFPEF patients.
Plant-Based Diet and Parkinson's Risk
A study from the UK Biobank found that following a healthy plant-based diet was associated with a 22% lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease. Eating vegetables, nuts, and teas was specifically linked to the lowest risk of Parkinson's disease.
In this episode of Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn, we dive deep into the ever-evolving research on aspirin, a staple in cardiology. Dr. Kahn revisits three pivotal studies from 2018 that cast doubt on the universal need for daily aspirin. Fast forward to 2020, we delve into two papers highlighting the benefits of aspirin for those with high calcium CT scores. By 2023, new insights reveal the risks of discontinuing aspirin post-heart attack, even if it's years later. Alongside these insights, Dr. Kahn touches on a range of topics, including the intriguing banana-blueberry smoothie study. Join us for a week full of enlightening discoveries from the Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity.
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