On the heels of yesterdays discussion about clinical nutrition and ketogenic diets, I’d like to share some new research on another approach I’ve touted here before: fasting. Intermittent fasting [...]
Category: Heart Health
Crazy weather could have lethal consequences
Now that we’ve rounded the corner into May, I can’t help but sigh with relief as warmer temperatures start to become the norm. Perhaps this is finally the end of what has felt like an endless [...]
The real reason heart attacks kill the young
Maybe you’ve heard stories about athletes who suddenly drop dead from cardiac arrest. Sadly, it happens — and when it does, it gets a lot of attention. Because it’s always shocking when the heart [...]
The lethal truth behind that little purple lie
American medicine is filled with so many contradictions, it’s nearly impossible to keep up with what’s really true. And truth be told, I think it comes down to the fact that most doctors rely on [...]
Chronic heartburn is a true health hazard
Chronic heartburn is pretty commonplace, so you might assume it’s just a harmless nuisance. But the fact is, left unchecked, ongoing reflux (technically known as gastro-esophageal reflux disease [...]
Heart disease is just one cigarette away
We all know people who light up a cigarette or two when they’re out for drinks or after a particularly stressful day. Maybe you’re one of them. After all, it’s easy to let an occasional puff [...]
Get a younger, fitter heart in two years or less
There’s no question that bad habits catch up with you. That’s why I’m always telling you to eat and exercise like your life depends on it. Because, quite literally, it does. Let’s assume for a [...]
“New” but NOT improved
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New U.S. blood pressure guidelines—same old story
In a shot heard ‘round the world, the new U.S. blood pressure guidelines have been released. And needless to say, not everyone’s bursting at the seams with joy about the recommendations—myself [...]
Good public policy heals hearts — and the divide
Today is Christmas. And in the spirit of service and goodwill toward men, here’s a little something to hang your hopes on… According to researchers, we could slash heart disease rates in the U.S. [...]