Exploring cardiovascular risk and plasma ghrelin levels in older adults: a preliminary study

Alves, Sara; Capristano, Jeovana; Sá, Leandro Moreira de; Mendes, Eugénia; Fernandes, Hélder; Vaz, Josiana A.

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Alves, Sara

Capristano, Jeovana

Sá, Leandro Moreira de

Mendes, Eugénia

Fernandes, Hélder

Vaz, Josiana A.

Abstract(s)

Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of illness and mortality worldwide, with ageing as a key risk factor. As people age, heightened inflammation, oxidative stress, and endothelial dysfunction increase their cardiovascular disease risk. Ghrelin, known as "the hunger hormone," is essential for energy regulation and metabolism. It offers cardiovascular benefits by promoting vasodilation and enhancing endothelial function. With anti-inflammatory and antioxidative properties, ghrelin aids vascular health, making it particularly significant for ageing populations where these processes are often disrupted. Imbalanced ghrelin levels may increase the risk of atherosclerosis and other cardiovascular complications. Understanding these variations in plasma ghrelin levels can offer insights into individual susceptibility to cardiovascular disease and highlight the hormone's role in metabolic and cardiovascular health. This preliminary study aimed to evaluate cardiovascular risk and plasma ghrelin levels in a community of 16 older adults aged 60 or above

Keywords

Heart disease risk factors Aged

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http://hdl.handle.net/10198/34509

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Alves, Sara ; Capristano, Jeovana ; Sá, Leandro Moreira de ; Mendes, Eugénia ; Fernandes, Hélder ; Vaz, Josiana A. (20259. Exploring cardiovascular risk and plasma ghrelin levels in older adults: a preliminary study . In III Congresso BioMedLab. Lisboa