Author: Dr. James Meschino

LMU 30 – Saturated Fat and Inflammation: Unravelling the Connection for Better Health Source: Journal – Advances in Nutrition (2015) Lifestyle Medicine Update (November 13, 2016)IntroductionInflammation is a critical process that helps the body fight infections and heal injuries. However, chronic inflammation can lead to various health issues, including arthritis, autoimmune diseases, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s Read More

LMU 28 – Unlocking the Power of Brown Fat: How Exercise Boosts Your Metabolism Source: American Journal of Physiology: Endocrinology and Metabolism, August, 2016 Lifestyle Medicine Update (Oct 23, 2016)IntroductionYour body is a remarkable system that can work in harmony with you if you provide it with the right conditions. One such fascinating example comes Read More

LMU 26 – Omega-3 Fish Oil: A Potential Treatment for Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury Source: Journal of the American College of Nutrition (2016) Lifestyle Medicine Update (October 6, 2016)IntroductionConcussion or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) has gained significant attention in recent years due to its potential long-term consequences, including chronic traumatic encephalopathy. This condition can Read More

LMU 25 – The Power of Protease Inhibitors: A Potential Defence Against CancerSource: Journal Nutrition and Cancer 2012Lifestyle Medicine Update (Sept 29, 2016)IntroductionWhen it comes to cancer prevention, the role of nutrition cannot be underestimated. Among the many food-based nutrients that show significant anti-cancer properties, protease inhibitors stand out as an important group. Protease inhibitors Read More

LMU 24 – The Health Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Evidence from Recent StudiesSource: Journal Nutrition & Diabetes 2015: Journal of the American Medical Association, 2015Lifesyle Medicine Update (Sept 14, 2016)IntroductionIn recent years, extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) has gained popularity as the vegetable oil of choice for health-conscious individuals. This is due to Read More

LMU 22 – Unveiling Caffeine’s Impact: Sleep, Performance, and Health ConnectionsSource: American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (January, 2016)Lifestyle Medicine UpdateIntroductionCaffeine’s influence on sleep, performance, and health is a dynamic interplay of effects. Enhancing alertness and performance, it loses potency with mounting sleep debt. Varied caffeine metabolism, determined by individual genetics, further shapes responses. Beyond these Read More