Category: CVD

Unveiling the Secrets of Caffeine: Health Benefits, Risks, and a Heart-Healthy AlternativeSource: American Heart Association Study (December 2022)Lifestyle Medicine Update (December 27, 2022)Introduction:Recent research reveals the surprising health benefits of regular caffeine consumption from coffee and tea. Beyond providing an energy boost, caffeine may reduce the risk of age-related dementia, liver cancer, and inflammation. It Read More

Green Tea: Beyond the Hype – A Heart-Healthy BrewSource: Arq Bras Cardio (2009); Nutr Res (2012)Lifestyle Medicine Update (October 3, 2022)Introduction: The Green Tea BuzzGreen tea has been enjoying a well-deserved reputation for its health benefits, often credited to its unique polyphenol compounds, such as EGCG (epigallocatechin-gallate). EGCG’s anticancer prowess is the star of the Read More

The Secrets to Heart Health After 45: The CoQ10 and Hawthorn ComboSource: Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology (2017)Lifestyle Medicine Update (December 22, 2021)Introduction:Age, they say, brings wisdom, but it also brings changes to our bodies, particularly our cardiovascular health. After the age of 45, a remarkable transformation occurs within us that often goes unnoticed—a decline Read More

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

LMU 126 – Heart-Healthy Swaps: Embracing Plant Proteins for Cardiovascular WellnessSource: Journal – Circulation (April 2019)Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 13, 2019)IntroductionIn the vast realm of dietary choices, the heartbeat of health resonates with every bite. As science delves deeper into the symphony of nutrition, a new crescendo emerges—a symphony that replaces red meat with wholesome Read More

LMU 51 – Effective Strategies for Preventing Cardiovascular Disease: Insights from Research and Expert Commentary Source: Journal – Revista Espanola de Cardiology (2008) Lifestyle Medicine Update (April 14, 2017)IntroductionCardiovascular Disease (CVD) remains a prominent cause of morbidity and mortality globally. In an effort to curb the prevalence of heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and related Read More