For Heart Health, Proper Nutrition Could Trump Genes

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Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Genetic variations play a major role in determining susceptibility to cardiovascular disease but that doesn't mean biology is necessarily destiny when it comes to heart health.

A new study shows eating a healthy diet can mitigate the risks conferred by a common variant of heart disease, suggesting people may be able to compensate for certain genetic shortcomings.
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