Are the current European Society of Cardiology nutrition recommendations most effective in the treatment of cardiovascular disease? Review article
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The latest guidelines describe behavioral treatment of cardiovascular diseases. A part of the guidelines that refers to the behavioral treatment of patients burdened with cardiovascular diseases focus on benefits of the mediterranean diet. This paper points out the benefits and advantages of the vegan diet (Ornish Diet), as an alternative for today’s guidelines.
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