A new exposome-wide association study (EWAS) from China, published in Canadian Journal of Cardiology, identifies several lifestyle changes that could help reduce the risk of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Notably, drinking champagne and/or white wine, eating more fruit, and spending more time at a computer were all linked to a reduced risk of SCA.
Key Findings:
- Cardiovascular Benefits: Champagne and white wine consumption, as well as fruit intake, were associated with a lower risk of SCA.
- Unexpected Associations: Spending more time at a computer was linked to reduced SCA risk, though this may reflect higher education levels rather than screen time itself.
- Risk Factors: Negative feelings, higher body fat, higher BMI, higher systolic blood pressure, and lower education levels were associated with an increased SCA risk.
The study analyzed data from over 500,000 patients in the UK Biobank, examining 125 modifiable lifestyle factors. The researchers emphasized that lifestyle changes based on these findings could potentially prevent up to 63% of SCA cases.
Conclusion: The study highlights the impact of modifiable lifestyle factors on cardiovascular health and suggests that addressing them could provide substantial public health benefits.
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