Cardiovascular Disease

Pathway Contributor: Dawna Royall

Credentials:
FDC, MSc, RD

Bio:
Dawna Royall is a Senior Evidence Analyst for PEN® and is the Editor of the Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research. She is also a contract research consultant for the University of Guelph with research interests that focus on improving the effectiveness of nutrition services in primary care. She completed her undergraduate degree in nutrition at the University of Manitoba, a Dietetic Internship at Kingston General Hospital and an MSc in Nutritional Sciences at the University of Toronto. She has worked as a clinical dietitian and a research coordinator.

Contributions:

• Does chromium supplementation play a role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?  

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• Does chromium supplementation play a role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?  

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• What evidence exists that high iron intakes increase heart disease in males and post-menopausal females?  

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• What nutrition strategies can prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the healthy population (primary prevention)?  

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• What strategies are effective in preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD) in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women?  

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• Are B-vitamin supplements (e.g. niacin, vitamin B6, folic acid and vitamin B12) beneficial in preventing or treating cardiovascular disease (CVD)?  

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• What dietary strategies are recommended to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in frail older adults? Are dietary restrictions recommended to reduce cholesterol levels for older adults in long-term care facilities?  

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• What dietary strategies are recommended to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in frail older adults? Are dietary restrictions recommended to reduce cholesterol levels for older adults in long-term care facilities?  

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• What is the effect of flaxseed on markers of cardiovascular disease risk (e.g. blood lipids, blood pressure)?  

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• Are omega-3-6-9 supplements more beneficial in preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD) disease than just omega-3 supplements?  

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• What are the health risks associated with low total serum cholesterol? What are dietary recommendations for individuals with low total serum cholesterol?  

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• What are the effects of reduced sodium/salt intake on cardiovascular disease (CVD) morbidity and mortality in healthy adults (primary prevention ) and adults with CVD (secondary prevention)?  

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• What is the effectiveness of krill oil compared to fish oil on cardiovascular risk factors in healthy adults and in adults with dyslipidemia?  

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• What is the effectiveness of krill oil compared to fish oil on cardiovascular risk factors in healthy adults and in adults with dyslipidemia?  

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• Is a reduced saturated fat diet recommended for primary or secondary cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention?  

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• Are interventions to decrease dietary cholesterol intake (e.g. restricting eggs) recommended for the secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?  

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• Are interventions to decrease dietary cholesterol intake (e.g. restricting eggs) recommended for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?  

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• Should omega-3 fatty acids (fish or plant-based food or supplements) be recommended for primary or secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?  

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• Are diets lower in free sugars (including sugar-sweetened beverages) recommended for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) or secondary prevention of CVD (i.e. individuals with a history of CVD or with multiple CVD risk factors, e.g. metabolic syndrome)?  

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• Should diets lower in glycemic index (GI) or glycemic load (GL) be recommended for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) or the secondary prevention of CVD (i.e. individuals with a history of CVD or with multiple CVD risk factors, e.g. metabolic syndrome)?  

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• Are antioxidant supplements (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, selenium, zinc) recommended for prevention or treatment of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?  

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• Are vitamin D and/or calcium supplements recommended for prevention or treatment of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?  

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• Cardiovascular Disease Background

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• Cardiovascular Disease Background

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• Cardiovascular Disease Practice Guidance Toolkit

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