The mechanisms of action of the dietary components of the Mediterranean diet are reviewed
in prevention of cardiovascular disease, stroke, age-associated cognitive decline and …

We have reviewed the literature and have identified more than 100 diseases or conditions
that are associated with raised concentrations of plasma total homocysteine. The …

Nitric oxide (NO) is one of the most important molecules released by endothelial cells, and
its antiatherogenic properties support cardiovascular homeostasis. Diminished NO …

One-carbon (1C) metabolism, mediated by the folate cofactor, supports multiple
physiological processes. These include biosynthesis (purines and thymidine), amino acid …

Níveis de evidência Nível A Dados obtidos a partir de múltiplos estudos randomizados de
bom porte, concordantes e/ou de meta-análise robusta de estudos clínicos randomizados …

The recommendations listed in this document are, whenever possible, evidence based. An
extensive evidence review was conducted as the document was compiled through …

Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) is an important pulse crop grown and consumed all over the
world, especially in the Afro-Asian countries. It is a good source of carbohydrates and …

This is the fourth edition of the UK National clinical guideline for stroke. It is an integral part
of the broader goal of the Intercollegiate Stroke Working Party to improve the care of people …

Level of evidence Level A Data obtained from multiple concordant large randomized trials
and/or robust meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials Level B Data obtained from less …

Executive summary Despite the improvements in outcomes for cardiovascular disease
(CVD) over the last 20 years, it remains the major cause of morbidity and mortality in the …