Author: Dr. James Meschino

LMU 59 – Fortifying Joint Health: The Role of Glucosamine and Emerging Strategies Source: Medscape Review Paper (July 12, 2017): Stem Cells in Sports Medicine: Ready for Prime Time? Lifestyle Medicine Update (July 21, 2017)IntroductionAs the years roll on, the shadow of age-related joint issues looms large. Among the multifaceted approaches to address this challenge, Read More

LMU 57 – Apple Cider Vinegar: Unveiling its Potential in Diabetes Management Source: Medscape General Medicine Journal (2006) and Longevity Magazine Journal (2017) Lifestyle Medicine Update (July 7, 2017)IntroductionA captivating article in the June 29th, 2017, Longevity Magazine Journal turned the spotlight on the medicinal potential of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV). A topic that has Read More

LMU 56 – Choline: A Vital Nutrient for All Ages and Stages of Life Source: American Medical Association Annual Meeting (2017) – Chicago Lifestyle Medicine Update (July 1, 2017)IntroductionBreaking news from the 2017 American Medical Association Annual Meeting in Chicago has illuminated a crucial yet often underestimated nutrient—choline. In a transformative move, the AMA declared Read More

LMU 55 – Battling the Prescription Opioid Epidemic: A Call for Conservative CareSource: ON Chiropractic: Spring 2017Lifestyle Medicine Update (June 14, 2017)IntroductionThe scourge of prescription opioid misuse and its devastating consequences have infiltrated modern society, prompting the need for a reassessment of pain management strategies. Dr. Jane Ballantyne, a distinguished physician and professor of Anesthesiology Read More

LMU 54 – Omega-3 Fats: A Promising Shield Against Alzheimer’s Disease Source: Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease (May 19, 2017) Lifestyle Medicine Update (May 27, 2017)Introduction:Emerging from the pages of the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease on May 19, 2017, is a research study that casts a new light on the protective potential of omega-3 fats against Read More

LMU 53 – Harnessing Cranberry for Urinary Tract Infection Prevention: A Breakthrough Study Source: the FASEB journal (April 2017) Lifestyle Medicine Update (May 19, 2017)IntroductionRecurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), often underestimated, can severely disrupt the quality of life. However, a groundbreaking study published in the journal Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology in April Read More

LMU 52 – Combating Type 2 Diabetes: Empowering Health through Lifestyle Modifications Source: National Diabetes Fact Sheet (U.S.) Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 27, 2017)IntroductionType 2 diabetes, a prevalent metabolic disorder, affects millions globally, bringing with it a host of complications that significantly impact quality of life. Amidst this medical landscape, data reveals that the course Read More