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Carbohydrates and cardiovascular disease.
M Amin Mir1, Bimal K Banik2, Noushi Zaidi3
1Department of Mechanical Engineering, Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, AL Khobar, Saudi Arabia.
Advances in Carbohydrate Chemistry and Biochemistry
|November 20, 2025
Summary
Dietary carbohydrates significantly impact cardiovascular health. While refined sugars increase cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, fiber-rich options like whole grains offer protection.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Cardiovascular Health
- Dietary Metabolism
Background:
- Carbohydrates are essential macronutrients for energy metabolism and overall health.
- Excessive intake of refined carbohydrates and sugars is linked to cardiovascular disease (CVD) progression.
- Understanding the nuanced role of different carbohydrate types in CVD is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the intricate relationship between dietary carbohydrates and cardiovascular diseases (CVD).
- To explore how simple sugars, starches, and fibers influence cardiovascular system function.
- To examine current and emerging dietary strategies for CVD prevention and management related to carbohydrate intake.
Main Methods:
- Literature review synthesizing current research on carbohydrate metabolism and CVD.
- Analysis of the impact of high vs. low glycemic index carbohydrates on metabolic risk factors.
- Evaluation of dietary interventions such as carbohydrate restriction and functional foods.
Main Results:
- High glycemic index and refined carbohydrates contribute to insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and inflammation, elevating CVD risk.
- Fiber-rich carbohydrates from whole foods positively influence blood pressure, vascular function, and lipid profiles, reducing CVD risk.
- Dietary modifications including low glycemic index diets and carbohydrate restriction show promise in CVD management.
Conclusions:
- Dietary carbohydrate quality, not just quantity, critically affects cardiovascular health.
- Personalized diet therapy and targeted pharmacological interventions represent future strategies for mitigating carbohydrate-related CVD risk.
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