Lifestyle Medicine Update
The weekly Lifestyle Medicine Update video provides you with a quick review of a recently published study from the fields of lifestyle medicine, anti-aging, disease management and prevention, with special emphasis on breakthrough nutrition and lifestyle research that can help keep you and your family healthy and functional for as long as possible.
LMU 262 - Defying Dementia: The Powerful Link Between Blood Pressure and Cognitive Health
Defying Dementia: The Powerful Link Between Blood Pressure and Cognitive Health Source: Neuroscience News (October 2022) Lifestyle Medicine Update (October 26, 2022) Introduction: The road to preserving our cognitive vitality is an enticing journey, and science has unveiled a crucial milestone along...
LMU 261 - Unlocking the Potential: How Soy May Slash Your Cancer Risk
Unlocking the Potential: How Soy May Slash Your Cancer Risk Source: Frontiers of Nutrition Journal (2022) Lifestyle Medicine Update (October 19, 2022) Introduction: In the realm of nutrition and health, every morsel we consume can significantly impact our well-being. And in the pursuit of a healthier,...
LMU 260 - Green Tea: Beyond the Hype – A Heart-Healthy Brew
Green Tea: Beyond the Hype – A Heart-Healthy Brew Source: Arq Bras Cardio (2009); Nutr Res (2012) Lifestyle Medicine Update (October 3, 2022) Introduction: The Green Tea Buzz Green tea has been enjoying a well-deserved reputation for its health benefits, often credited to its unique polyphenol compounds,...
LMU 259 - Selenium: A Silent Protector in the Battle Against Melanoma
Selenium: A Silent Protector in the Battle Against Melanoma Source: J Biomedicines 2021 Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 26, 2022) Introduction: The Ominous Shadow of Melanoma Melanoma, the menacing spectre of skin cancer, casts a long shadow across global health. With over 320,000 new cases diagnosed...
LMU 258 - The Power of Aerobic Exercise: Could It Shield You from Parkinson's Disease?
The Power of Aerobic Exercise: Could It Shield You from Parkinson’s Disease? Source: Neuroscience News (September 12, 2022) Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 15, 2022) Introduction: Parkinson’s disease (PD) looms as the second most prevalent neurodegenerative disorder, casting a shadow...
LMU 257 - Metformin: The Unassuming Anti-Aging and Anti-Cancer Agent
Metformin: The Unassuming Anti-Aging and Anti-Cancer Agent Source: J Cancer Management Research (2019) Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 7, 2022) Introduction: The world of medicine and wellness frequently surprises us with remarkable insights. One such revelation is the role of natural products,...
LMU 256 - Natural Relief: Black Cohosh and Menopausal Symptoms
Natural Relief: Black Cohosh and Menopausal Symptoms Source: Climacteric J (2021) Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 31, 2023) Introduction: The journey through menopause can be a challenging one, with its share of troublesome symptoms, including the infamous hot flashes. Surprisingly, up to 80% of women...
LMU 255 - Kidney Stones: A Dietary Solution for Prevention and Recurrence
Kidney Stones: A Dietary Solution for Prevention and Recurrence Source: Mayo Clinic Proceedings (August 1, 2022) Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 24, 2022) Introduction: Kidney stones are infamous for their excruciating pain, affecting around 12% of the global population, according to a 2018 report...
LMU 254 - The Fiber Revolution: A Gut Health Game-Changer
The Fiber Revolution: A Gut Health Game-Changer Source: Journal Microbiome (2022) Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 17, 2022) Introduction: In the ever-evolving landscape of health and wellness, the power of dietary fiber has emerged as a silent hero. Two groundbreaking studies in 2022 have unveiled...
LMU 253 - A Breakthrough in Battling Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: The Vital Role of B Vitamins
A Breakthrough in Battling Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: The Vital Role of B Vitamins Source: Journal of Hepatology (July 2022) Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 11, 2022) Introduction: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) has quietly become a global health crisis, affecting a staggering 25%...
