Cardiologists are warning “older athletes”− individuals over 35 – about the risk of sudden death due to participation in organized endurance and competitive sports events. “Because of increasing numbers of older people participating…the incidence of sports-related death is expected… Continue Reading
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Is Saturated Fat Really Bad for You?
Let me clear the deck right at the start. I don’t believe in the conventional medical theory that cholesterol is the primary cause of heart disease, nor that saturated fats are bad for you. Myth: Eating saturated fat… Continue Reading
Do Statins Cause Diabetes?
In 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ordered the manufacturers of statins, the widely prescribed cholesterol-lowering drugs, to include a warning on medication labels about the potential for raising blood sugar levels. The action took place after multiple… Continue Reading
A Healthy Gut for a Healthy You
Digestive health plays a major role in our overall state of health. As we learn more about inflammation, we better understand the interconnectedness of our various bodily systems… Our hearts and guts are closely affiliated, especially when manifesting… Continue Reading