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.
Harmony Within: Mastering Stress for Wellness
In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an ever-present companion, affecting individuals of all ages and backgrounds. While a certain level of stress can serve as a motivator, chronic and excessive stress can take a toll on both our physical and mental well-being. It’s essential to recognize the detrimental effects stress can have on our […]
Fit & Fabulous: Embracing Exercise for a Healthier You
In today’s fast-paced world, where stress levels are soaring and lifestyles are increasingly sedentary, the importance of regular exercise cannot be overstated. Incorporating exercise into your daily routine is not just about achieving a certain physique; it’s about nurturing your body, mind, and overall well-being. Let’s delve into the myriad benefits of exercise and the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Cardiac Rehab with Dr. Chip Lavie
Surviving a heart attack is difficult enough, but for many patients, this is just the beginning of an often overlooked journey. Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention with Dr. Chip Lavie, Professor of Medicine and Medical Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention and Director of the Exercise Laboratories at the John Ochsner […]
Cardiac Rehabilitation and Secondary Prevention
This article was written in collaboration with Dr. Chip Lavie. In the US, it is estimated that approximately 800,000 new and 200,000 recurrent myocardial infarctions occur each year. The prevalence of coronary artery disease and heart failure is increasing. Each year, over 950,000 patients undergo percutaneous coronary angioplasty, 400,000 patients undergo coronary bypass surgery, and […]
Standing Up is Still Doing a Little Exercise!
In this article from December 21, 2020, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute has some good news for those seniors who hate exercise: standing up can count! OVERVIEW Sedentary lifestyle is associated with a significant increase in the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, certain types of cancer and an increased risk of dying prematurely. […]
Effects of Cold on Cardiovascular Health
In this article from February 16, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at the effects of cold temperatures on cardiovascular health. OVERVIEW Exposure to cold causes a contraction of blood vessels as well as an increase in blood pressure, heart rate, and the work of the heart muscle. The combination of cold and […]
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