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Nutritional indices such as the Index of Atherogenicity (IA) and Index of Thrombogenicity (IT) provide more accurate assessments of cardiovascular health risks from fatty acid profiles than the general Polyunsaturated/Saturated Fatty Acid (PUFA/SFA) ratio.

When evaluating the heart-healthiness of foods like fish, meat, or dairy, do not rely solely on the total amount of saturated vs. unsaturated fat. Instead, look for products with a low Index of Atherogenicity (IA) and Index of Thrombogenicity (IT). These indices account for specific fatty acids that are more harmful to blood vessels, offering a more accurate assessment of cardiovascular risk than simple fat counts.

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Although the IA is more reasonable than the simple PUFA/SFA ratio for assessing the degree of atherogenicity... In brief, both the IA and the IT can be used to assess the potential effects of FA composition on CVH. A FA composition with a lower IA and IT has a better nutritional quality, and its consumption may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD)
Jiapeng Chen et al. · International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2020

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The paper is a mini-review summarizing existing literature; it cites clinical trials and metabolomics but does not present new primary clinical trial data itself.

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Nutritional Indices for Assessing Fatty Acids: A Mini-Review

Jiapeng Chen et al. · International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2020

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