KAJIAN LITERATUR: HUBUNGAN ANTARA ATEROSKLEROSIS DAN KARBOHIDRAT MURNI (PANGAN TINGGI GULA) MELALUI TRIGLISERIDA

Abstract

Atherosclerosis is a condition in which the arteries harden due to the build-up of cholesterol plaques. Atherosclerosis can trigger various degenerative diseases such as coronary heart disease (CHD). Atherosclerosis can occur due to high levels of cholesterol in the blood and triglyceride risk factor associated with excessive carbohydrate consumption. Many cases of cardiovascular disease occur in populations with high carbohydrate consumption. This is attributed to the atherogenic nature of carbohydrates. Excess glucose from carbohydrate metabolism will be synthesized by the liver into triglycerides and stored in adipose tissue and can lead to obesity. High-carbohydrate diet is associated with lower levels of total cholesterol, LDL-C, HDL-C and ApoA. In particular, pure carbohydrates such as sugar contained in ultra-processed food and beverage products are associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease. Considering the negative effects of high-carbohydrate diet, especially refined carbohydrates, it is necessary to emphasize the importance of choosing carbohydrate sources, reducing added sugars intake such as sucrose and high fructose corn syrup, and also consume whole food, natural, and plant-based, such as vegetables and fruits .