Author: Dr. James Meschino

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LMU 160 – Unlocking Heart Health: The Tofu Connection

LMU 160 – Unlocking Heart Health: The Tofu ConnectionSource: Journal – Circulation (American Heart Association)Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 25, 2020)Introduction:In the quest for a healthier heart, the spotlight often falls on diet choices. In a world filled with culinary temptations, a remarkable discovery has emerged: the humble tofu, packed with unique phytonutrients known as isoflavones, Read More

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LMU 159 – Walking Your Way to Health: The 12,000 Steps Revolution

LMU 159 – Walking Your Way to Health: The 12,000 Steps RevolutionSource: Journal of the American Medical Association (March 2020)Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 18, 2020)Introduction:They say that the little things in life make the biggest difference, and it seems this wisdom applies perfectly to our health and longevity. For years, the magic number was 10,000 Read More

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LMU 158 – Sleep: Your Silent Immune Superpower

LMU 158 – Sleep: Your Silent Immune SuperpowerSource: European Journal of Physiology (2012)Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 11, 2020)Introduction:In the realm of immune health, we often focus on diet, exercise, and supplements, but there’s a silent hero lurking in the shadows – sleep. This Lifestyle Medicine Update shines a light on the pivotal role that regular, Read More

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LMU 157 – The Hidden Effects of Alcohol: Weakening Your Body’s Defences

LMU 157 – The Hidden Effects of Alcohol: Weakening Your Body’s DefencesSource: Multiple Peer-reviewed Scientific JournalsLifestyle Medicine Update (April 1, 2020)Introduction:In previous Lifestyle Medicine Updates, we’ve delved into the intricate connection between nutrition, lifestyle, and the functioning of our immune system. Today, our spotlight shines exclusively on the often-overlooked role of alcohol consumption in compromising Read More

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LMU 155 – Nutrition: Your Immune System’s Shield and Sword

LMU 155 – Nutrition: Your Immune System’s Shield and SwordSource: Multiple Peer-Reviewed Journal ArticlesLifestyle Medicine Update (March 17, 2020)Introduction:In the realm of health, few topics have garnered as much attention in recent years as the immune system. Its importance became acutely clear in the face of the global pandemic, highlighting the vital role it plays Read More

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LMU 154 – The Milky Way to Breast Health: Rethinking Dairy Consumption

LMU 154 – The Milky Way to Breast Health: Rethinking Dairy ConsumptionSource: International Journal of Epidemiology (2020)Lifestyle Medicine Update (Mar 1, 2020)Introduction:The dietary landscape is ever-evolving, and it’s often challenging to separate fact from fiction, especially when it comes to our health. For years, dairy milk has held a prime spot in the Western diet, Read More

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LMU 153 – From the Depths of the Sea: Chlamydomonas Algae and Gastrointestinal Health

LMU 153 – From the Depths of the Sea: Chlamydomonas Algae and Gastrointestinal HealthSource: Journal of Functional Foods (February 2020)Lifestyle Medicine Update (Feb 22, 2020)Introduction:For decades, the world of nutrition has been captivated by the potential health benefits of marine algae. From the renowned spirulina and chlorella to various seaweed species, these oceanic wonders have Read More

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LMU 152 – Milk Matters: The Telomere Tale

LMU 152 – Milk Matters: The Telomere TaleSource: Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity (2019)Lifestyle Medicine Update (Feb 14, 2020)Introduction:For years, the debate over the virtues and vices of milk and dairy products has raged on. Is the creamy delight a source of nourishment or a harbinger of health woes? While the saturated fat in dairy Read More

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LMU 151 – The Sperm Diet: How Dietary Changes Can Supercharge Sperm Quality

LMU 151 – The Sperm Diet: How Dietary Changes Can Supercharge Sperm QualitySource: Journal Public Library of Science Biology (December 2019)Lifestyle Medicine Update (Feb 7, 2020)Introduction:In a groundbreaking study conducted at Linköping University in Sweden, the power of simple dietary changes to revolutionize sperm quality was unveiled. The research offered a ray of hope for Read More