Cardiovascular Disease - Dyslipidemia

Pathway Contributor: Samantha McKinnon

Credentials:
BSc, MSc, RD

Contributions:

• In adults with elevated LDL cholesterol (LDL-C), what are the effects of the following dietary components on blood lipid levels: fibre, plant sterols, nuts, legumes and pulses?  

  Role: Reviewer

• What dietary and lifestyle modifications are recommended to manage hypertriglyceridemia (elevated triglycerides)?  

  Role: Reviewer

• Should omega-3 fatty acids (fish or plant-based food or supplements) be recommended for the primary or secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in adults?  

  Role: Reviewer

• Do the oils in coffee (cafestol and kahweol) raise blood lipids or increase cardiovascular risk?  

  Role: Reviewer

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