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Reverse the Effects of Poor Habits

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As a primary care physician, I often hear women express regret about past lifestyle choices….

A Healthy Lifestyle Today Can Make Up for Past Behaviors

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If you’re a woman over 50 who’s recently embraced a healthy lifestyle, you might wonder…

High-Resolution Imaging Helps Diagnose/Predict Cardiac Problems

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High-resolution imaging technology is transforming how physicians assess, predict, and manage cardiovascular risks. These tools…

Build a Balanced Daily Diet One Nutrient at a Time

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After menopause, women experience significant hormonal changes that can affect bone density, muscle mass, and…

Frontline: Blood test for early-stage Alzheimer’s; cut heart risks; boost mood and fight depression

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Study Advances Possible Blood Test for Early-Stage Alzheimer’s A study published in the January issue…

Talk to Your Doctor About Reviving Your Interest in Sex

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Diminished libido is a common concern for many women as they navigate life after menopause….

Newsbites: Cancer screenings; diet and colorectal cancer; daily activity and heart health

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Cancer Screening Responsible for Drop in Deaths Deaths from cancer have been decreasing over time….

A Valentine to Your Heart

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Hearts play a starring role in February, from Valentine’s Day to National Heart Month—an annual…

Menopause Plays an Integral Role in Women’s Cardiovascular Risks

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As more women live longer and spend a significant part of their lives in the…

Study Reveals New Insights in Hormone Replacement Therapy Risks

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Swedish researchers have conducted a study examining how seven types of hormone replacement therapy (HRT)…

Frontline: Bone health; lower heart disease risk; US breast cancer cases

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Blackcurrant Could Help Protect Bone Health in Older Women Blackcurrant supplements may help reduce bone…

Five Ways to Boost Memory

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As we age, many of us worry about memory loss. While some cognitive changes are…

Celebrate in Moderation to Minimize Seasonal Weight Gain

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During the winter, holiday food splurges, longer periods of darkness, and being more sedentary because…

A Daily Exercise Routine Reduces the Risk of Heart Disease

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Did you know that taking a brisk walk every day can strengthen your heart, improve…

Routine Dental Visits Help Prevent Systemic Diseases

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Maintaining good oral hygiene is not just about preserving a bright smile— it’s vital for…

Smart Swaps for a Healthy New Year

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Is improving the quality of your dietary pattern on your short list for resolutions this…

Newsbites: Feelings of well-being and cardiovascular disease; “body roundness;” ultraprocessed foods and bone health

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Feelings of Well-Being Associated with Lower Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) stand as…

GLP-1 Meds Help Improve Overall Health

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Anyone who has had a lifelong struggle trying to reach or maintain a “healthy” weight…

Injectable Weight Loss Drugs Provide Additional Health Benefits

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In recent years, injectable glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications such as Wegovy (semaglutide) and Zepbound (tirzepatide)…

Take Steps to Avoid Injury and Keep the Fun in Pickleball

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Pickleball, a once relatively unknown racket sport, has rapidly gained traction, and its appeal is…

Frontline: Cervical cancer; Beetroot juice and heart health; Body fat and muscle strength

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Simpler Screening Detects More Cervical Cancer, Precancerous Lesions Scientists have developed a new, more effective…

Food Is Medicine

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Scientific research has well established that our risks for many common chronic diseases (including cardiovascular…

The Many Shades of Grief

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You’re in the grocery store shopping for avocados and suddenly you burst out in tears….

Amyloid and Alzheimer’s: How Genetics and Lifestyle May Affect Dementia Risk

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When assessing your risk for cardiovascular disease, you know to pay close attention to your…

Get to Know the Glycemic Index and How It Affects Your Overall Health

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Keeping track of calories, carbs, fiber, and protein are familiar ways to gauge the nutritional…

Frontline: Heart disease risk in women; reduce heart disease risk; tau protein and Alzheimer’s disease

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Sex-Specific Criteria Help Predict Heart Disease Risk in Women Cardiovascular disease in women is often…

Your Genetic Profile: A Guide to Disease Prevention and Treatment

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Precision medicine is a type of health care that involves basing a patient’s treatment on…

Adopt Healthy Sleep Habits to Prevent Chronic Disease

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Once in a while it’s normal to have difficulty falling asleep because you have a…

Newsbites: Stroke prevention; grazing vs. three meals; impact of ultraprocessed foods; walking for heart health.

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Data Suggest Any Activity is Better Than None for Stroke Prevention The results of a…

News Briefs July 2024

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Cannabis Use Linked to Higher Heart Attack and Stroke Risk A study published in the…

Embrace an Anti-Inflammation Diet and Enjoy Better Health and Well-Being

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Anti-inflammatory diets focus on whole, nutrient dense foods, while minimizing or eliminating processed foods, refined…

Frontline: Breast cancer recurrence; benefits from a daily walk; gender discrimination

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Adding a Drug to Hormone Therapy Reduced the Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence A new…

Adopt These Coping Strategies so Stress Won’t Make You Sick

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Stress is a natural response to challenging situations, and not all stress is harmful. However,…

Modifiable Lifestyle Habits Are Central to New A-fib Guideline

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An updated atrial fibrillation (A-fib) treatment guideline redefines how the disease should be managed and…

How Sleep Apnea Affects Brain Function, Heart Health, and Much More

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The snoring grows louder, like it’s building to some kind of crescendo. But instead, the…

Newsbites: Ultraprocessed foods; juice; dancing; plant over animal foods

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A Large Analysis Clarifies the Concerns About Ultraprocessed Foods Researchers on three continents collaborated to…

Are You at Risk for CKM Syndrome?

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The American Heart Association (AHA) has defined a new syndrome— and strategies for addressing it—in…

Vitamin Supplements: Yes, or No?

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A 2023 survey found that 74 percent of U.S. adults take some kind of dietary…

Let’s Get Moving!

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The benefits of physical activity are well-established. Not only can being physically active make you…

Frontline: Heart disease; blindness and gut bacteria; Kundalini yoga

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Too Much Niacin May Contribute to Heart Disease High levels of an essential B vitamin—niacin—may…

MGH Study: Cannabis Use Linked to Increase in Stroke and Heart Attack Risk

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As the recreational use of cannabis is increasing, new research sug­gests that the public needs…

MIND Diet Offers Food For Thought

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We’ve known for quite some time that avoiding sweets and processed foods is associated with…

Take Steps to Keep High Cholesterol in Check and Improve Heart Health

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High cholesterol, medically known as hyperlipidemia, nearly doubles the risk of heart disease. If your…

White Coat Syndrome – Real? Dangerous? Treatable?

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The scenario that was thought to produce white coat syndrome was logical and predictable. A…

Cholesterol Ratio – What is a Normal Reading?

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Add “cholesterol ratio” to the complex terminology of lipid panels. A lipid panel is a…

Find An Exercise You Love to Ensure Routine Participation

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There are countless studies showing that physical activity helps improve mental and physical health, and…

Cardiac Rehabilitation Still Underutilized

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One of the best ways to improve and speed up your recovery from a major…

Brain Networks May Benefit from Walking

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Walking is a favorite exercise here at Focus on Healthy Aging—it’s something you can do…

Be Sure to Shovel Snow Safely This Winter

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Snow is for sledding, snowball fights, and snowmen. It’s not for your driveway— but unfortunately,…