By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. Jan 29 2023 Reviewed by Benedette Cuffari, M.Sc. In Europe, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are one of the leading causes of premature deaths. CVDs are associated with an individual’s existing health conditions and habits, such as smoking, hypercholesterolemia, obesity, hypertension, unhealthy food habits, and diabetes mellitus. The American Heart Association (AHA)...