Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Atherosclerosis III: Management01:26

Atherosclerosis III: Management

Management of atherosclerosis involves an integrated strategy encompassing pharmacological treatment, surgical interventions, lifestyle changes, and nutrition therapy to address the multifactorial nature of the disease.Pharmacological TherapyA cornerstone of atherosclerosis management is the use of pharmacological agents. Statins, such as atorvastatin, are pivotal in inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme that catalyzes an initial step in cholesterol synthesis in the liver. This reduction in...
Stroke: Introduction and Types01:29

Stroke: Introduction and Types

A stroke is an acute neurological event caused by the sudden disruption of cerebral blood flow, leading to rapid loss of neuronal function. Neurons depend on continuous oxygen and glucose supply, so even brief interruptions can cause irreversible injury within minutes. Strokes are classified into ischemic and hemorrhagic types.Ischemic StrokeIschemic strokes are most common and occur due to arterial occlusion, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. This leads to energy failure, ionic...
Acute Coronary Syndrome IV: Interprofessional Care01:28

Acute Coronary Syndrome IV: Interprofessional Care

IntroductionThe management of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) aims to minimize myocardial damage, preserve myocardial function, and prevent complications.Initial ManagementInpatient management involves continuous cardiac monitoring, preferably in an ICU, focusing on blood pressure, serum sodium, potassium, and creatinine levels, and urine output. Ongoing pharmacologic management is crucial for stabilizing the patient.Supplemental Oxygen: Administer supplemental oxygen if oxygen saturation is...
Coronary Artery Disease IV: Preventive Measures01:26

Coronary Artery Disease IV: Preventive Measures

Effective preventive measures for coronary artery disease (CAD) focus on controlling modifiable risk factors, including cholesterol abnormalities and lifestyle changes.Cholesterol ManagementFirst, the Mediterranean diet and the American Heart Association advocate for maintaining low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels below 100 mg/dL, with a more stringent recommendation of below 70 mg/dL for individuals at high risk. LDL cholesterol, often termed "bad cholesterol," can lead to the...
Ischemic Stroke l: Introduction01:15

Ischemic Stroke l: Introduction

Ischemic stroke is an acute cerebrovascular condition in which blood flow to a brain region is suddenly interrupted, leading to tissue infarction. Neurons depend on continuous oxygen and glucose supply, so even brief reductions in perfusion cause energy failure, ionic imbalance, and irreversible injury. Ischemic strokes are classified into thrombotic and embolic types based on their underlying mechanisms.Thrombotic MechanismsThrombotic stroke develops when a clot forms within a cerebral artery.
Assessment of the Gastrointestinal System II: Health Perception Pattern01:29

Assessment of the Gastrointestinal System II: Health Perception Pattern

Assessing the gastrointestinal (GI) system is a complex process that begins with collecting subjective data. This data, collected through patient interviews, provides crucial insights into the patient's health history, perception patterns, and lifestyle habits, all contributing significantly to GI health.
Health Perception Patterns
Health perception patterns offer valuable insights into a patient's lifestyle habits and how they may impact their GI health. These patterns include:

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Effects of Lifestyle Medicine on Alzheimer's Disease: Insights From Emerging Evidence and Multi-Domain Interventions.

American journal of lifestyle medicine·2026
Same author

The INFINITE Study: Pilot Research Exploring Plant-Based Nutrition in Treatment for Substance Use Disorders.

American journal of lifestyle medicine·2025
Same author

Reducing Hospitalizations and Multidrug-Resistant Organisms via Regional Decolonization in Hospitals and Nursing Homes.

JAMA·2024
Same author

Nasal Iodophor Antiseptic vs Nasal Mupirocin Antibiotic in the Setting of Chlorhexidine Bathing to Prevent Infections in Adult ICUs: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

JAMA·2023
Same author

A Systematic Review of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Consumption and Cognitive Outcomes in Neurodevelopment.

American journal of lifestyle medicine·2023
Same author

Lifestyle Intervention and Alzheimer Disease.

The Journal of family practice·2022

Related Experiment Videos

Stroke, food groups, and dietary patterns: a systematic review.

Ayesha Sherzai1, Lauren T Heim, Cassaundra Boothby

  • 1Department of Neurology, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, California 92354, USA. adsherzai@llu.edu

Nutrition Reviews
|July 28, 2012
PubMed
Summary

Nutrition significantly impacts stroke prevention. Consuming fruits, vegetables, and soy, alongside DASH, Mediterranean, or prudent diets, reduces stroke risk, while Western diets increase it.

Related Experiment Videos

Area of Science:

  • Nutrition Science
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Stroke is a leading cause of mortality in the US.
  • Lifestyle factors, particularly nutrition, are crucial for stroke prevention.
  • Understanding dietary impacts at food group and pattern levels is key.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize existing literature on the role of nutrition in stroke prevention.
  • To evaluate the impact of specific food groups and dietary patterns on stroke risk.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review conducted across PubMed, Web of Science, and CINAHL Plus databases.
  • Analysis of findings related to individual food groups and dietary patterns.

Main Results:

  • Fruits, vegetables, and soy showed a protective effect against stroke.
  • DASH, Mediterranean, and prudent dietary patterns were associated with reduced stroke risk.
  • Western dietary patterns were linked to increased stroke risk; low-fat diets showed no protective effect.

Conclusions:

  • Specific food groups and dietary patterns significantly influence stroke risk.
  • Further epidemiological research is needed to refine dietary recommendations for stroke prevention.
  • Future recommendations should prioritize palatable food groups and dietary patterns supported by clinical trials.