Category: Lifestyle Medicine Update

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LMU 279 – Illuminating Insights: Vitamin D’s Guardian Role Against Dementia

Illuminating Insights: Vitamin D’s Guardian Role Against DementiaSource: Journal Alzheimer’s & dementia: Diagnosis, Assessment & Disease Monitoring. March 1, 2023Lifestyle Medicine Update (March 15, 2023)Introduction:In a groundbreaking study published on March 1, 2023, in Alzheimer’s and Dementia, the power of vitamin D in defending against dementia in older adults was unveiled. Over a decade, 12,388 Read More

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LMU 278 – Revitalizing the Mind: Navigating Alzheimer’s with Nicotinamide Ribose

Revitalizing the Mind: Navigating Alzheimer’s with Nicotinamide RiboseSource: Journal Aging Cell (December 14, 2022)Lifestyle Medicine Update (March 8, 2023)Introduction:In the intricate tapestry of health, an elixir known as Nicotinamide Ribose (NR) emerges as a protagonist in the quest against Alzheimer’s disease. The tale begins with an illuminating study in the December 2022 edition of Aging Read More

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LMU 277 – The Power of Lion’s Mane: Boosting Memory and Nerve Growth

The Power of Lion’s Mane: Boosting Memory and Nerve Growth Source: J Neurochemistry (2023) Lifestyle Medicine Update (February 28, 2023)Introduction:Since the early 2000s, a humble fungus named Lion’s Mane mushroom, scientifically known as Hericium erinaceus, has been weaving its magic in the realm of memory enhancement. This captivating tale unfolds through studies revealing the mushroom’s Read More

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LMU 276 – Unveiling the Power of N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC): A Hidden Health Gem

Unveiling the Power of N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC): A Hidden Health GemSource: J Cell (2017)Lifestyle Medicine Update (February 6, 2023)Introduction:In the realm of nutritional supplements, there’s a quiet hero that often goes unnoticed — N-acetyl cysteine, or simply NAC. Despite its low profile, NAC packs a punch, offering significant health benefits in our fast-paced, modern world. Read More

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LMU 275 – Unveiling the Power of Choline: A Key Player in Memory Health

Unveiling the Power of Choline: A Key Player in Memory HealthSource: J Aging Cell (January 15, 2023)Lifestyle Medicine Update (February 1, 2023)Introduction:For years, the importance of choline in maintaining cognitive health has been a focal point of discussions among students, colleagues, patients, and the public. Now, a groundbreaking research paper published in the journal Aging Read More

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LMU 274 – Brown Rice Much Superior to White Rice for Health Outcomes

The Rice Dilemma: Brown vs. White – Unveiling the Healthier ChoiceSource: International Journal of Molecular Science (January 2023)Lifestyle Medicine Update (January 25, 2023)Introduction:The choice between white rice and brown rice often seems inconsequential in our daily meals. However, recent research has shed light on the significant health disparities between the two, highlighting brown rice as Read More

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LMU 273 – Unveiling the Protective Power of Vitamin D Against Melanoma

Unveiling the Protective Power of Vitamin D Against MelanomaSource: J Melanoma Research (December 2022)Lifestyle Medicine Update (January 18, 2023)Introduction:Melanoma, a highly lethal form of skin cancer, has been on the rise in recent years, making it crucial for us to explore effective ways to protect ourselves. According to the American Cancer Society, the risk of Read More

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LMU 272 – Unveiling Insights: Lifestyle and Diet’s Impact on Colorectal Cancer

Unveiling Insights: Lifestyle and Diet’s Impact on Colorectal CancerSource: European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition Study (Am J Gastroenterology, December 2022)Lifestyle Medicine Update (January 11, 2023)Introduction:In a groundbreaking update from December 2022, the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition Study illuminated the intricate ties between colorectal cancer and lifestyle factors. Examining nearly 300,000 Read More

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LMU 271 – Kiwifruit vs. Psyllium Husk Fiber: A Breakthrough in Treating Constipation

Kiwifruit vs. Psyllium Husk Fiber: A Breakthrough in Treating ConstipationSource: American Journal of Gastroenterology (December 2022)Lifestyle Medicine Update (January 5, 2023)IntroductionIn a groundbreaking study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology in December 2022, researchers explored the efficacy of green kiwifruit as a treatment for functional constipation and constipation associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Read More

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LMU 270 – Unveiling the Secrets of Caffeine: Health Benefits, Risks, and a Heart-Healthy Alternative

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