With life expectancy doubling over the last century, 50 is the new 30. But people nowadays don’t just want to live longer, they want to stay healthy and thrive in those later years too. Life after 40 often brings a heightened focus on health and well-being. Many people start taking a more proactive, preventative approachContinue reading “Health tests to get between ages 40 and 60, according to longevity experts”
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Why millennials are aging faster than previous generations (and what you can do about it)
In recent news, it has been reported that Millennials (those born from the early 80s to 1996) are facing a faster decline in health compared to older generations, countering conventional expectations that the health-savvy generation would enjoy increased longevity. A few years ago, a Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) study revealed that a third ofContinue reading “Why millennials are aging faster than previous generations (and what you can do about it)”
Insomnia, heart attacks and tips for a more restful sleep
People with insomnia are nearly 70% more likely to have a heart attack, compared to those who do not have the sleep disorder, according to a large analysis presented yesterday at the American College of Cardiology’s annual conference. The new study published yesterday in Clinical Cardiology was conducted by an international team of researchers who examinedContinue reading “Insomnia, heart attacks and tips for a more restful sleep”
Cigars: safer than smoking cigarettes?
No, cigar smoking isn’t safer than cigarette smoking- even if you don’t intentionally inhale the smoke. Cigars, like cigarettes, contain nicotine, the substance that can lead to tobacco dependence. Historically, cigar smoking has been a behaviour of older men, but the industry’s increased marketing of these products as symbols of a luxurious and successful lifestyleContinue reading “Cigars: safer than smoking cigarettes?”
The type of fat you eat (not how much) is linked to stroke risk
You may have heard that consuming too much fat can increase your risk for heart disease, but new research suggests that it’s the type of fat, not the amount, that may be the more important factor in determining stroke risk. The study found that eating more animal fat was linked to a higher riskContinue reading “The type of fat you eat (not how much) is linked to stroke risk”
Processed foods are bad for our health. But, what exactly is a processed food?
Many studies confirm that eating processed foods can lead to cancer, heart disease, obesity and well, early death. But, what exactly is a processed food? Using a four-tiered system called NOVA, nutrition experts and scientists classify everything we eat into one of four categories: unprocessed or minimally processed, processed culinary ingredients, processed foods and ultra-processedContinue reading “Processed foods are bad for our health. But, what exactly is a processed food?”
Study: Daily vitamin D improves heart function
A recent study has found that daily vitamin D3 supplementation can improve heart function in people with chronic heart failure. In the study, researchers gave one group of patients 4000IU of daily vitamin D, and gave the other group a placebo. They found that those who took a daily vitamin D supplement showed improvement in cardiacContinue reading “Study: Daily vitamin D improves heart function”
Narcissistic men more prone to health problems?
Narcissism is a condition which is characterized by excessive love of oneself. It can be characterized by a sense of grandiosity and entitlement. A new study published this week indicates that narcissism is not only an irritating psychological glitch but it may be physically damaging for men. However, this does not appear to be theContinue reading “Narcissistic men more prone to health problems?”
The walnut: best nut for your heart!
Walnuts are apparently the best nuts to prevent heart disease, according to the latest research presented at the 241st national meeting of the American Chemical Society in Anaheim, California. Eating seven walnuts a day could also help cut the risk of some cancers and type 2 diabetes. Containing antioxidants up to 15 times more potentContinue reading “The walnut: best nut for your heart!”
Dr. Ardyce Yik ND 