Lazhar Zourgui3 Author

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The Impact of Nut Consumption on Lipid and Lipoprotein Profiles of Patients at High Cardiovascular Risk

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Rim Ourag1, Ahmed Sghaier2*, Sameh Ben Farhat2, Sami Milouchi2, Hassen Ajmi2, Lazhar Zourgui3, Souad Ferjani4, Ridha Fekih2, Hamza Ellini2, Zouhaier Dahmani5, Sonia Sanai6 and Intissar Cherif7

Background: Recently, there has been renewed interest for the role of dietary modifications and supplements in dyslipidemia management. Among naturally occurring foods, daily nut intake has been shown to have a beneficial effect on lipid profiles that have been attributed to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. However, to the best of our knowledge, no studies have been conducted on patients at high cardiovascular risk. Aims: We aimed to study the impact of daily nut consumption on serum lipid and lipoprotein levels in cardiovascular high-risk patients who have not reached their target goals, despite optimal medical treatment and adherence to lifestyle changes. Methods:We conducted a prospective study from February to May 2019 in Habib Bourguiba University Hospital of Meden... view more»

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