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11/15/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
High blood pressure in youth increases risk of heart problems later in life, study warns
A large Swedish study of 1.3 million men found that even mildly elevated blood pressure in young adulthood dramatically increases the risk of heart attacks, strokes and heart failure later in life. Over nearly 36 years of follow-up, cardiovascular event risk rose steadily with higher early-life blood pressure—even among those below clinical hypertension thresholds. Complementary […]
11/09/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Poor heart health in midlife linked to greater dementia risk, study finds
Poor heart health in midlife, particularly in people in their 50s, is linked to a significantly higher risk of developing dementia later in life, with early warning signs detectable up to 25 years before diagnosis. Troponin levels, a marker of heart muscle damage, were found to be consistently higher in those who went on to […]
11/09/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Beyond digestion: How fiber fuels your body’s cellular powerhouses
Fiber does more than aid digestion—it plays a vital role in keeping mitochondria, the energy-producing “powerhouses” of cells, functioning efficiently. Healthy mitochondria support energy, focus and resilience, while poorly functioning ones can contribute to fatigue, brain fog and inflammation. Gut bacteria convert fiber into butyrate, a compound that fuels gut mitochondria, strengthens the intestinal barrier […]
11/04/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Walking 5,000 steps a day could delay Alzheimer’s progression by years, study finds
Walking as few as 5,000 steps a day may slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease by several years, according to new Harvard-led research published in Nature. Researchers tracked 296 adults aged 50–90 over nine years, finding that those who walked between 5,001 and 7,500 steps daily delayed cognitive decline by up to seven years. The […]
11/02/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Balancing the autonomic nervous system: Natural remedies for everyday symptoms
Common symptoms such as headaches, heart palpitations, insomnia and muscle aches may indicate autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysfunction, which affects vital functions like heart rate, breathing and digestion. Symptoms of ANS imbalance can manifest in five key categories: neurological (dizziness, headaches), sensory (blurred vision, tinnitus), digestive (bloating, acid reflux), endocrine/muscular (cold extremities, muscle tension) and […]
10/17/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
“Supercharged” vitamin K derivatives offer new hope for neurodegenerative diseases
Researchers synthesized a series of hybrid vitamin K analogues (linked with retinoic acid or modified side chains) that show about threefold greater potency in driving neural progenitor cells to differentiate into neurons compared to natural vitamin K (MK-4). Mechanistic studies revealed that vitamin K activates mGluR1-mediated signaling, triggering downstream epigenetic and transcriptional programs that steer […]
10/08/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Just five minutes twice a day may be enough to boost heart health in inactive people, new study suggests
Just five-minute exercise “snacks” twice a day can lead to meaningful gains in cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) among inactive people. In the pooled data from 11 trials (414 participants), CRF improvements ranged from 4.6 to 17 percent over interventions lasting 4–12 weeks across different BMI ranges. These mini workouts are highly practical and may overcome barriers […]
09/29/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
British study links Mediterranean diet to healthier gums and lower inflammation risk
A British study of 195 adults found that high adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet (rich in vegetables, legumes, fruits, whole grains, olive oil and moderate lean protein) was associated with healthier gums, whereas higher red meat consumption was linked to more severe periodontitis. After controlling for age, gender, smoking and other confounders, low adherence to […]
09/26/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Stretch your way to a longer life: How flexibility could be the secret to longevity
A 28-year study involving 3,139 middle-aged adults (ages 46–65) from Rio de Janeiro assessed flexibility using a “Flexindex” score based on 20 joint movements. Higher flexibility scores were associated with longer lifespans. Men with low flexibility had about 1.87 times the risk of death compared to those with high flexibility, while women with low flexibility […]
09/21/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
High blood pressure may increase Alzheimer’s risk, but hope remains through lifestyle and treatment
Elevated systolic blood pressure (the “top” number) is linked to an eight to 11 percent higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. People with untreated high blood pressure have about a 36 percent higher risk of Alzheimer’s compared to those without hypertension and about 42 percent higher risk compared to those who are treated. Mechanisms include […]
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