Paper 1 Discussion (Diet, Dyslipidemia, and CVD)

These flashcards cover key terminology and concepts related to diet, dyslipidemia, and cardiovascular disease discussed in the Paper 1 lecture.

Dyslipidemia

An abnormal amount of lipids (fats) in the blood, often leading to cardiovascular disease.

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)

A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, hypertension, and stroke.

Monounsaturated fat

A type of fat found in various oils and foods that can improve cholesterol levels.

Saturated fat

A type of fat that can raise levels of cholesterol in the bloodstream, increasing the risk of heart disease.

Triglycerides

A type of fat in the blood that, when elevated, can increase the risk of heart disease.

Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL)

Often referred to as 'bad' cholesterol, high levels can lead to plaque buildup in arteries.

High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)

Known as 'good' cholesterol, it helps remove other forms of cholesterol from the bloodstream.

Wash-out period

A period of time between different treatments in a study to reduce carryover effects from the previous treatment.

Cross-over study design

A research design in which participants receive multiple interventions in a sequential manner.

OmniHeart Study

A clinical trial examining the effects of different dietary patterns on cardiovascular health.