As the sun shines brighter and the days grow longer, summer beckons us to enjoy its warm embrace. It’s a season of outdoor activities, beach trips, and barbecues, but it’s also a crucial time to focus on maintaining a healthy diet. With the heat often diminishing our appetite and increasing our need for hydration, incorporating… Continue reading Healthy Summer Meals: Nourishing Your Body in the Heat
Category: Preventative Health
How to live a healthy, long and bountiful life
The Best Foods To Eat For Winter
During the winter season, it’s beneficial to focus on foods that provide warmth, energy, and support your immune system. Here are some suggestions: Remember to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, even though it might be tempting to reach for warm, sugary drinks during the winter. Maintaining a well-balanced and varied diet is essential… Continue reading The Best Foods To Eat For Winter
How to prevent chronic disease – The science of prevention and “metabolic memory”
“The early bird catches the worm.” This saying can be analyzed in several ways. My key takeaways from this idiom are that having a strategy and the ability to predict a positive outcome by acting early can result in the highest reward. The same concept can be applied to nutrition and lifestyle. It takes years… Continue reading How to prevent chronic disease – The science of prevention and “metabolic memory”
Introducing The Health Benefits Of Common Fall Foods
From vibrant pumpkins to earthy root vegetables, autumn offers a bounty of seasonal ingredients that can enhance your well-being in various ways. Pumpkin Pumpkins are one of the quintessential symbols of fall, and they are much more than just decorations. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, pumpkins offer numerous health benefits. They are a great… Continue reading Introducing The Health Benefits Of Common Fall Foods
Alzheimer’s Disease: What Is The Connection With Diabetes?
Alzheimer’s disease, a debilitating neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions worldwide, has been gaining attention in recent years for more reasons than one. Emerging research has revealed a startling connection between Alzheimer’s and a condition typically associated with blood sugar: diabetes. This intriguing link has led scientists to refer to Alzheimer’s as “Type 3 diabetes.” In… Continue reading Alzheimer’s Disease: What Is The Connection With Diabetes?
Unlocking the Secrets To Long Life: Discover the Top Five Facts About Blue Zones
Blue Zones are regions around the world where people are known to live longer, healthier lives and have a higher likelihood of reaching the age of 100 or more. Press the arrows to learn more. Content Creator: Dr. Clio Musurakis, MD
Why Our Obsession With Thinness Is Failing Us
If you grew up in a Greek household you know this feeling. It’s a mixture of happiness and simultaneous uneasiness. Let me explain: Have you ever been to a family dinner where everyone is just so ecstatic to see you gulp down all the wonderful flavorful delicacies they have meticulously prepared for you? And then… Continue reading Why Our Obsession With Thinness Is Failing Us
How To Effectively Lower Your Cholesterol And Why Carbs (Not Fat) Are Your Problem.
Sounds provocative, right? But yes, a high carb more than a high fat diet contributes to a “bad” lipid profile result more often than not. You are surprised, I am sure. You were probably told to go on a low fat diet. And it did not work. You come back to the doctor’s office and… Continue reading How To Effectively Lower Your Cholesterol And Why Carbs (Not Fat) Are Your Problem.
The Role of Lipoproteins: Unraveling The World of Lipid Metabolism
Lipid metabolism is the process by which our body manages fats (lipids) in our bloodstream. It’s important because fats play a crucial role in providing energy, building cell membranes, and storing excess energy for later use. One of the key aspects of lipid metabolism is the formation and transformation of different types of lipoproteins, like… Continue reading The Role of Lipoproteins: Unraveling The World of Lipid Metabolism
Unlocking the Secrets to Radiant Skin, Lustrous Hair, and Strong Nails: A Holistic Approach
In our quest for wellness, we often focus on our diet, exercise, and mental health, but we mustn’t forget the importance of nurturing our skin, hair, and nails. After all, they are not just indicators of beauty but also of overall health. Achieving healthy skin, hair, and nails involves a holistic approach that combines good… Continue reading Unlocking the Secrets to Radiant Skin, Lustrous Hair, and Strong Nails: A Holistic Approach