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Diet is the foundation of health. That’s why if you have any kind of cardiovascular or metabolic health issues, you’ve probably heard all the recommendations for keeping your diet as healthy as possible. The effects of diet on brain health is also something we hear much about. But according to researchers at Columbia University, much of the attention on nutrition within the scope of dementia research has focused on how…
The food industry is sneaky. Its companies do whatever they can within the boundaries of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rules to get you to see their food as healthy. For example, there’s a deceptive practice called ingredient splitting and combining. It’s designed to keep you from knowing exactly how much of a particular ingredient or group of ingredients (like added sugars) is lurking in your food. Food companies also…
[ad_1] None of us is getting any younger. Take it from someone who’s old: You don’t want to reach the Age of Senior Discounts with regrets about all the things you didn’t do to prepare your body and mind. Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do, at any age. In the following article, we’ll cover the best practices for aging well—preserving longevity, quality of life, and healthspan. They include: The…
Also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Lou Gehrig’s disease often starts with symptoms such as muscle twitching and weakness in an arm or leg. Eventually, every muscle in the body is affected as those afflicted lose their ability to move, speak, eat and breathe. It’s a deadly disease, but is it one you should worry about in your future? Here’s what we know… Only 10 percent of cases are…
It might seem surprising but when you fall asleep tonight, the dishwasher in your brain will turn on. It’s a dishwashing system that, if you get enough sleep, will deep clean your brain, wash out toxic waste buildup and possibly keep you from ending up with Alzheimer’s or another dangerous neurological condition. But just like the one in your kitchen, if it doesn’t work in power wash mode, your brain…
Every so often, I come across a study that just seems like they were thinking of ME when they did it. Like, if I didn’t act on the results, I’d be a fool. This is one of those times and one of those studies. If you’re over 65 like me, you’ll want to pay attention and take it to heart — literally. Peak PS™ Support Stong Cognition with…
Polyphenols are powerful plant metabolites. The reason they are so powerful is because of their antioxidant properties. There are more than 8,000 identified varieties of polyphenols, and they’re plentiful in various fruits and vegetables as well as tea and coffee. Some of the highest sources are berries. Studies indicate polyphenols have a powerful impact on our well-being. But despite mountains of research into those benefits involving cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative conditions…
In the not-too-distant future, your doctor may be able to perform a simple blood test that will predict your future. Sound a little science-fiction-like? Well, it’s true. Researchers are at work as we speak on measuring how fast you’re aging, and what diseases may be waiting for you. Most importantly, this could give you clues on how to turn your health around, avoid disease and live longer… Peak…
For people who live with mild cognitive impairment or MCI, wondering if memory lapses will progress from annoying to frightening can keep you up at night. In other words, if you suffer from MCI how likely are you to develop Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and will you or family members be able to see it coming? Now, a new study has shed light on exactly what symptoms to be on the…
[ad_1] Angela Fitch’s family history of obesity caught up to her at age 40, when she was pregnant with her first child. As a physician and obesity medicine specialist, Dr. Fitch knew the lifestyle levers to pull—and she had the financial means to yank them hard. After giving birth, she lifted weights with a trainer twice a week. She sweated through one Peloton workout after another and tracked her food…