The Claim
A triglyceride-to-HDL cholesterol ratio above 1.32 is associated with a 1.51-fold increased risk of composite major adverse cardiovascular events in non-diabetic adults after adjustment for age, sex, BMI, blood pressure, glucose, lipid levels, smoking, alcohol use, and other confounders.
What the research says
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Non-diabetic adults with a triglyceride-to-HDL cholesterol ratio above 1.32 have a 51% higher rate of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke, or cardiovascular death compared to those with lower ratios, after accounting for other health factors.
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A triglyceride-to-HDL cholesterol ratio above 1.32 is associated with a 1.51-fold increased risk of composite major adverse cardiovascular events in non-diabetic adults after adjustment for age, sex, BMI, blood pressure, glucose, lipid levels, smoking, alcohol use, and other confounders.
High levels of triglycerides and low levels of HDL cholesterol cause fat particles to become small and dense, which stick to artery walls and trigger inflammation. This damages the inner lining of blood vessels, making it easier for plaque to form and block blood flow, leading to heart attacks and strokes.
What the research says
1 studyThis study found that people without diabetes who have a triglyceride-to-HDL ratio higher than 1.32 are about 50% more likely to have a heart attack, stroke, or other serious heart problem — even after accounting for things like weight, smoking, and blood pressure. The numbers in the study match the claim perfectly.
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