Author: Dr. James Meschino

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LMU 150 – Empowering Women: Foods and Spices That Fight Breast Cancer

LMU 150 – Empowering Women: Foods and Spices That Fight Breast CancerSource: Journal “Nutrients” (July 2017)Lifestyle Medicine Update (Dec 14, 2019)Introduction:Breast cancer, a formidable adversary in the world of health, stands as the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women worldwide. It also holds a grim distinction as the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the Read More

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LMU 149 – Unveiling the Paradox: Statin Drugs, Muscle Pain, and the Vitamin Solution

LMU 149 – Unveiling the Paradox: Statin Drugs, Muscle Pain, and the Vitamin SolutionSource: American Journal of Physiology: Cell Physiology (October 2019)Lifestyle Medicine Update (Nov 16, 2019)Introduction:Statin drugs, like Lipitor and Crestor, have become household names in the fight against high cholesterol, a crucial battle to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. Their Read More

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LMU 148 – Glucosamine: A Joint Saver for Osteoarthritis

LMU 148 – Glucosamine: A Joint Saver for OsteoarthritisSource: Journal – Current Medical Research and Opinion (2016)Lifestyle Medicine Update (October 26, 2019)Introduction:If you’re in the age group of 40 to 69, there’s a fair chance you’ve heard of or even considered taking glucosamine supplements to safeguard your joints from the spectre of osteoarthritis. It’s a Read More

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LMU 147 – Weight Loss Breakthrough: Reversing Type 2 Diabetes with Just 10% Weight Loss

LMU 147 – Weight Loss Breakthrough: Reversing Type 2 Diabetes with Just 10% Weight LossSource: Diabetic Medicine (2019)Lifestyle Medicine Update (October 18, 2019)Introduction:In a groundbreaking study published in the journal Diabetic Medicine in 2019, researchers uncovered a promising discovery that offers hope to individuals recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The study revealed that achieving Read More

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LMU 146 – A Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health and Addiction: The Transtheoretical Model

LMU 146 – A Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health and Addiction: The Transtheoretical ModelSource: Dual Diagnosis: An Integrative Approach (Watkins TR, Lewellen A, Barrett C. (Sage Publications)Lifestyle Medicine Update (October 3, 2019)Introduction:When it comes to managing stress, burnout, mental health issues like depression and anxiety, or addiction problems, the solutions are often more complex than Read More

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LMU 145 – Harnessing Ashwagandha: A Natural Ally Against Stress

LMU 145 – Harnessing Ashwagandha: A Natural Ally Against StressSource: Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine (2012)Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 27, 2019)Introduction:In the relentless rhythm of modern life, stress has entrenched itself as a pervasive force affecting our well-being. Amidst the scramble for effective stress management strategies, an herbal remedy has garnered attention—Ashwagandha. We’ll delve into Read More

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LMU 144 – Navigating the Meat Dilemma: Beef Patty vs. Planet-Friendly Alternatives

LMU 144 – Navigating the Meat Dilemma: Beef Patty vs. Planet-Friendly AlternativesSource: Medium: Fueled by ScienceLifestyle Medicine Update (September 20, 2019)Introduction:In the realm of culinary choices, the debate between traditional beef patties and plant-based alternatives like the Beyond Meat patties has sparked a revolution. This discussion extends beyond nutritional values; it encapsulates the broader impacts Read More

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LMU 143 – Revolutionizing Health with a Low-Fat Diet: Insights from Pioneering Study

LMU 143 – Revolutionizing Health with a Low-Fat Diet: Insights from Pioneering StudySource: The Journal of Nutrition (June 2019)Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 14, 2019)Introduction:In the ever-evolving landscape of dietary recommendations, a groundbreaking study emerged in June 2019, reshaping our understanding of nutrition and its profound impact on health. The Women’s Health Initiative Dietary Modification Trial, Read More

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LMU 142 – Unlocking Heart Health: The Significance of Waist Circumference

LMU 142 – Unlocking Heart Health: The Significance of Waist CircumferenceSource: North American Menopause Society (NAMS)-2019, and the Journal of the American Heart Association-2018Lifestyle Medicine Update (September 5, 2019)Introduction:Have you ever thought about the size of your waist? It turns out that this seemingly simple measurement holds a key to understanding your heart health and Read More

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LMU 141 – Reducing Heart Disease Risk: The Hidden Dangers of Saturated Fats

LMU 141 – Reducing Heart Disease Risk: The Hidden Dangers of Saturated FatsSource: Gov. UK Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (August 2019)Lifestyle Medicine Update (August 30, 2019)Introduction:In the pursuit of healthier living, we often encounter warnings about reducing the intake of trans-fats, deep-fried foods, and excessive refined sugar. While these concerns are valid and well-founded, Read More