We seem to be really stuck on the idea that it’s fat and cholesterol that causes heart attacks and strokes. Doctors often tend to be cholesterol eccentric, determined to get cholesterol as low as possible. So let’s look at why and what’s wrong with this picture. The Why: Most doctors test to what they can treat with medication-like statins. […]
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These are simple concepts. Yes? I’m guessing none of them are new to you. And you’re probably nodding your head in agreement to all 5 things listed here. They all sound pretty good and reasonable. You may have been inspired to try all of these, at one time, only to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and even ashamed because you’ve
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I recently had a conversation with a retired Occupational Therapist friend who spent years in rehab facilities and nursing homes. She shared something that took me by surprise: while I’ve always thought limited mobility and cognitive decline were the main reasons so many people over 80 end up in nursing homes, I realized I’d missed
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In a world with so much information at our fingertips, we find ourselves actually more confused, not less. There’s always a new study telling us about the latest findings on what foods we should eat or not eat, the best supplements to take, or the best form of exercise, the medications we should take to
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Testosterone is what makes a man a man. And when it begins to wane, a man will start to lose his energy, desire for sex, ability to have sex, overall drive, and sense of wellbeing. Life just doesn’t feel the same to him. So what’s the best thing to do when that starts to happen?
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Inflammation…we all experience it, on some level, throughout our lifetime. And unfortunately it seems to increase as we age. Some people call aging, inflammaging. And it’s true!!! Inflammation does age us. And the older we get, the more inflammation we seem to have. Wouldn’t it be nice to find a magic pill to take it all
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Women over 60 or 65 can keep using hormone therapy (HRT) if they want a better life, prevent osteoporosis, prevent heart disease, and prevent bladder and urinary tract infections. It’s a decision that should be made after considering the risks and benefits along with an experienced healthcare provider. (someone who knows hormones) 💁♀️ There’s no
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Do you ever experience bloating, fatigue, or mood swings after eating? 😞 You might have food sensitivities, which are different issues from allergies. Food sensitivities can lead to inflammation, pain, and other symptoms. An elimination diet is a short-term experiment that helps you identify and eliminate the foods that trigger your symptoms. Here’s how to
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What you REALLY need to know about hormonal birth control 👇 👉 It can affect your ovaries, future fertility, and timing of menopause. 👉 It doesn’t cure underlying issues like PCOS. 👉It doesn’t cure the underlying cause of painful periods 👉 It stops ovulation, so you don’t have a real period while using it. 👉
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Did you know that ovulation is a powerful creator of good health for women? And hormones are not just about fertility but also about preventing issues like: 🦴 Osteoporosis 🧠 Stroke 🧠 Dementia ❤️ Heart disease 🎀 Breast cancer. Ovulation is like making a monthly deposit into your long-term health account. BUT there are several
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