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Published on: May 27, 2022
The Heart and Medicine: Exploring the Interconnectedness of Cardiometabolic-related Concerns Through a Systems
1Joseph Lamb, MD, is director, Intramural Clinical Research, Metagenics, Gig Harbor, Washington; adjunct faculty, Institute for Functional Medicine, Gig Harbor; and medical director, KinDex Therapeutics, Seattle, Washington.
Insights
Cardiac disease develops over time, influenced by lifestyle choices during a preclinical phase. Understanding oxidative stress, endocrine signaling, and inflammation offers opportunities for early intervention and promoting wellness.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular pathophysiology
- Preventive medicine
- Wellness strategies
Background:
- Cardiac disease progression is gradual, not sudden.
- Lifestyle factors significantly impact preclinical cardiac health outcomes.
- Emerging research highlights key biological pathways involved.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the preclinical phase of cardiac disease.
- To identify intervention opportunities based on pathophysiological understanding.
- To guide physicians in promoting patient wellness.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent advances in understanding key biological pathways.
- Analysis of pathophysiological mechanisms.
- Exploration of intervention strategies.
Main Results:
- Oxidative stress is a critical factor in disease development.
- Endocrine signaling pathways are implicated in cardiac health.
- Immune/inflammatory balance plays a crucial role.
- Energy production mechanisms are vital for cardiac function.
Conclusions:
- Early intervention during the preclinical phase is possible.
- Targeting oxidative stress, endocrine signaling, and inflammation can prevent disease.
- Physicians can guide patients toward optimal wellness through lifestyle modifications.
Abstract:
Patients do not just wake up one morning with cardiac disease. Instead there is an extended preclinical phase during which lifestyle choices determine outcome. Recent advances in our understanding of oxidative stress, endocrine signaling, immune/inflammatory balance, and energy production illuminate opportunities for efficacious intervention. A thorough exploration of these pathophysiologies will allow physicians the opportunity to offer their patients a journey away from illness and disease to optimal wellness.
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