MASLD is the most common chronic liver disease—yet it can often be prevented or improved through targeted lifestyle interventions.
Is This Just Weight Gain? When Obesity Becomes a Disease
The obesity trend has reached a tipping point, and the conversation is shifting from how much someone weighs to how their body is affected.
Ultra-Processed Food May One Day Surpass Tobacco as Leading Cause of Early Death with Amy Goss, PhD
What’s more dangerous: cigarettes or chips? Ultra-processed foods may one day rival tobacco as a leading cause of early death.
Moderation Matters: Understanding Alcohol
Alcohol – it’s a ubiquitous part of social gatherings, celebrations, and even daily routines for many. Yet, amidst the conviviality, it’s crucial to understand the delicate balance between indulgence and moderation when it comes to alcohol consumption. Let’s explore the recommended guidelines, potential health risks, and the nuanced discourse surrounding alcohol’s purported benefits. Moderation Guidelines […]
Fueling Wellness: Dietary Patterns and a Healthy Lifestyle
In a world where dietary choices abound, understanding what constitutes a truly healthy diet can be challenging. However, several well-researched dietary patterns have emerged as effective frameworks for promoting overall health and well-being. In this article, we delve into the characteristics of three prominent dietary patterns – the Mediterranean diet, the DASH (Dietary Approaches to […]
Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle: A Shield for Heart Disease
In a world inundated with conflicting health messages and sedentary lifestyles, the concept of living a healthy life can seem elusive. Yet, amidst the chaos, lies a simple truth: the choices we make each day profoundly shape our well-being and longevity. A healthy lifestyle isn’t just about crash diets or sporadic gym sessions; it’s a […]
STATIN VS SUPPLEMENTS FOR HIGH CHOLESTEROL
This article was written in collaboration with Dr. Steven Nissen, MD.Chief Academic Officer of the Heart and Vascular Institute at the Cleveland Clinic and Professor of Medicine at the Lerner College of Medicine. With the high prevalence of risk factors and cardiovascular disease in the US, looking at Statin vs Supplements for high cholesterol appears […]
Is Creatine Monohydrate Bad For You? Q&A With a Heart Specialist
Creatine is a subject that we’ve touched on before, but the world of nutrition is always evolving. Creatine is one of the most popular workout and dietary supplements available today. It was discovered in 1832, but grew in popularity after the 1992 Olympic games when two gold medalists credited it with their victories. After that […]
FITNESS AND FATNESS: HOW EXCESS FAT CAN AFFECT YOUR HEART
This article was written in collaboration with Dr. Chip Lavie, MD.Medical Director, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention Director, Stress Testing Laboratory. FITNESS AND FATNESS: HOW EXCESS FAT CAN AFFECT YOUR HEART. The Obesity pandemic is well established with >70% of US adults being overweight (BMI >25) or obese (BMI >30) or severely obese (BMI >40). Obesity […]
TREATMENT FOR OVERWEIGHT AND OBESITY
This article was written in collaboration with Dr. Timothy Garvey, MD. Professor; Director, Diabetes Research Center TREATMENT FOR OVERWEIGHT AND OBESITY The prevalence of obesity, defined as excess body fat causing compromise to health, has increased over the last few decades. It is estimated that up to 49% of the world’s population and 70% of […]
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