How Our Ancestors' Genes May Be Fueling Today’s Heart Disease
Dr. Kumar’s Take:
This fascinating study explores how traits that once helped our ancestors survive—like high cholesterol levels or better salt retention—may now be working against us. These genetic adaptations, once useful in fighting off infections or surviving heat and dehydration, are mismatched with today’s lifestyle of overnutrition and processed food. The result? Increased risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke.
Actionable tip: If heart disease runs in your family, it may not just be diet—your genes might be playing a role. But healthy lifestyle choices like reducing processed foods, staying active, and managing stress can help offset these inherited risks.
