Learn how taking a break from actively digesting food does the body good. The scientific literature supports the notion that longevity is associated with fasting. “Intermittent Fasting” or “Fasting Mimicking Diets” are patterns of eating that essentially give the body (1) a period of rest and (2) a chance to use an anti-inflammatory fuel source known as ketones. As counterintuitive as it may sound, time without food is vital to our health and wellbeing.
Read MoreAll we need to do is look at history to realize that our diet has everything to do with our heart health.
Read MoreAdults who drank at least 1 sugary beverage daily have a 98% higher chance of developing diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease and its associated major complications.
Read MoreA handful of blood pressure drugs are being recalled due to concerns about containing cancer-causing chemicals. Learn more about which drugs you want to avoid if prescribed by your doctor.
Read MoreNew Study Compares Air Pollution to “Smoking a Pack of Cigarettes per Day.” The truth is ground-level ozone is killing us, and as the planet gets warmer, we're going to see a rise in cardiovascular events, especially in highly polluted areas. Learn more about air pollution in cities and what you can do to protect yourself.
Read MoreJack was diagnosed with a large deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his leg and put on blood thinners. Learn about how integrative medicine helped melt away the clot and reverse Jack’s risk of developing a stroke and heart attack.
Read MoreLearn simple tips on how to prevent and lessen complications caused by heart disease and high blood pressure.
Read MoreOver the years there has been an emphasis on prescription drugs to treat heart disease. While this may be necessary for some, there is a tendency for it to be the only treatment sought, a magic solution in the form of a pill. However, the best treatment options for cardiovascular disease are integrative, holistic, and based on making lifestyle changes to drive the greatest impact.
Read MoreOur cardiovascular system is an intricate network of blood vessels that continuously delivers nutrient-rich blood to and from the heart. This system is one of the core structures of human physiology, essential for optimal functioning. This homeostasis is often interrupted by unhealthy dietary and lifestyle choices, acute and chronic stress, and hereditary causes. Cardiovascular diseases is the #1 cause of death in the U.S. and many other first-world countries for men and women.
Read MoreHigh blood pressure affects 75 million people in the U.S. alone. That is a third of adults over the age of 20. More people are dying from hypertension-related diseases than from the next three deadliest diseases combined. It is predicted that 1.56 billion people will be affected worldwide by hypertension by 2025 if we do not start addressing the root cause of this preventable disease.
Read MoreIt’s normal for our sexual desire to fluctuate but not OK when it is persistent and interferes with our relationships. Learn some simple tips on how to jumpstart your libido.
Read MoreWhen you look after your heart health while you’re young, you’re more likely to feel healthier and live longer. Which means more Valentine’s Days with your loved ones, guaranteed!
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