Lifestyle Medicine Updates

Diet and Aerobic Exercise Successful Against Resistant High Blood Pressure Source: Journal Circulation (September 2021) Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 29, 2021) A study published in the journal Circulation in September 2021 showed that a healthy eating program, weight loss, and improved aerobic fitness can significantly reduce blood pressure and improve heart health in people with […]

Creatine Supplementation Enhances Memory Function In Healthy Adults of All Ages Source: Exp Gerontology (2018) Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 22, 2021) Many young athletic individuals use creatine supplementation to complement their training, as it has been shown to enhance muscle and lean mass development, strength gains, and explosive strength and power development. What is less […]

High-Fat Diets Also Increase Heart Attack and Stroke Risk by Raising TMAO Blood Levels – A new risk factor of importance Source: journal Science (August 2021) Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 9, 2021) A new risk factor for heart disease and stroke has emerged in recent years, which is known as TMAO (Trimethylamine-N-oxide). High blood or […]

Half-cup of Walnuts Daily Lowers Bad Cholesterol Even in Statin Drug Users Source: American Heart Association Journal – Circulation (August 2021) Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 2, 2021) We know that having a high LDL-cholesterol blood level is a cardinal risk factor for heart attacks and other cardiovascular problems. Eating less saturated, trans-fats, deep-fried, and battered […]

Omega-3 Fats Increase Longevity in Humans Source: The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2021) Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 19, 2021) We’ve all heard that omega-3 fats are good for us, but the large Framingham Offspring Study group has taken this message to the next level regarding longevity and life expectancy. The study showed that higher […]

Protein for Breakfast is Key Strategy for Muscle Strength-Mass, and Anti-Aging Source: Journal Cell Reports (July 2021) Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 11, 2021) In the typical European and North American diet, most people consume more protein at dinner or lunchtime than they do at breakfast. However, a landmark study published in the Journal “Cell Reports […]

Melatonin Recommended as First Choice Sleep Aid for Individuals Over 55 yr. Source: Frontiers of Endocrinology Journal (2019) Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 4, 2021) If you suffer from insomnia or interrupted sleep problems, you may be interested in the research published in the journal, Frontiers of Endocrinology in 2019. This paper reviewed the role of […]

Fermented Foods Increase Friendly Gut Bacteria, Reduce Inflammation and Help Regulate Immune Function Source: Journal Cell (July 2021) Lifestyle Medicine Update (July 14, 2021) A study published in the journal Cell in July 2021 showed the value of eating fermented foods in supporting the gut microflora and reducing markers for systemic inflammation throughout the body […]

Get Your LDL-Cholesterol into the Ideal Range to Prevent a Heart Attack Source: New England Journal of Medicine (2004); Cleveland Clinic (2019) Lifestyle Medicine Update (June 22, 2021) Recent studies have confirmed the recommendation I have made to patients over the last couple of decades, which entails doing everything possible to get your blood level […]

More Optimal Vitamin D Status Reduces Risk of Opioid Addiction and Withdrawal Symptoms: 2021 Research Suggests Source: J Science Advances (June 2021) Lifestyle Medicine Update (June 16, 2021) A study published in the journal Science Advances in June 2021 has strengthened the evidence that individuals who have more optimal vitamin D blood levels are less […]